Ross Hill Pinnacle Orange, NSW Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 - 12 Bottles

Winery Background

Ross Hill Wines is a family-owned estate in the Orange region of New South Wales, led by the Robson family. The Pinnacle Series showcases the finest vineyard parcels, and this Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced exclusively from “The Ridge” at Griffin Road—held in high regard for its concentrated, cool-climate Cabernet fruit. 

Vineyards and Vintage Conditions

The fruit for the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon comes from low-yielding vines planted on basalt soils at approx. 750–1,020 metres elevation. The season’s combination of cool nights and moderate daytime warmth helped retain acidity while producing deeply flavoured, aromatic fruit. 

Winemaking Process

Hand-harvested grapes were naturally fermented with wild yeasts in small open fermenters. The wine matured for 18 months in French barriques and hogsheads (with around 52% new oak), and was bottled under screwcap to preserve freshness and structure.

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby-red in colour. The nose shows cassis, cedar spice, red cherry and anise. The palate features dense blue fruit layered with fine tannins, savoury structure and cedar-inflected spice, finishing with length and aromatic lift. 

Food Pairing

Sweet-spot with roast beef, grilled steak, lamb chops or mature cheddar. It also pairs well with charred root vegetables or herb-led vegetarian dishes.

Story Behind the Wine

This Cabernet Sauvignon captures the power and character of Orange fruit at its peak. The 2022 Pinnacle bottling delivers intense, structured Cabernet Sauvignon expressing the vineyard’s elevated terroir in a refined and polished style.