# Dandelion Vineyards Lion's Roar of the Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon (2022)

- **Producer:** Dandelion Vineyards
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Region:** South Australia, Australia
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, eucalyptus, blackberry, plum, chocolate, vanilla

## About this wine

Dandelion Vineyards Lion's Roar of the Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a red wine from the Barossa Valley, South Australia. The producer, Dandelion Vineyards, is known for its philosophy of blending fruit from heirloom vineyards with traditional winemaking techniques, viewing their vineyards as an extension of their family. The Barossa region is a historic Australian wine area, contributing to the character of this Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2022 vintage experienced a cooler growing season with sunny days, though it was impacted by hailstorms, leading to an anticipated yield of elegant and structured wines from unaffected vineyards.

## Interesting facts

- Dandelion Vineyards treats its ancient vines like family.
- The Barossa is one of Australia's oldest wine regions.
- The 2022 vintage saw a 20% drop in Barossa grape crush.
- This wine is vegan or vegetarian friendly.

## Food pairing

The wine's structure and dark fruit notes are well-suited to rich protein dishes. Tannins in the Cabernet Sauvignon can soften and complement the proteins in red meats, while the wine's fruit character can echo or contrast with the flavors of accompanying sauces and herbs.

## Wine making process

Dandelion Vineyards employs traditional winemaking techniques, focusing on fruit sourced from heirloom vineyards. The producer's philosophy emphasizes a deep connection to the land and its ancient vines. The 2022 vintage in the Barossa Valley experienced a cooler growing season with sunny days, though hailstorms presented challenges. Vineyards that avoided significant damage were anticipated to produce wines with elegance and structure. Dandelion Vineyards is also a member of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia and is pursuing certification for its practices.