Since its establishment in 1971, Hickinbotham Clarendon Vineyard has consistently demonstrated the potential of its elevated, north-facing slopes to yield Cabernet Sauvignon of exceptional quality. The Trueman is the estate’s tribute to founder Alan Hickinbotham, drawing on the vineyard’s oldest and most expressive Cabernet blocks. Vineyard work is guided by sustainable practices, emphasizing precise canopy management and hand selection to highlight purity of fruit and site expression.

The 2016 vintage saw ideal conditions in Clarendon, with warm, even ripening delivering fruit of remarkable depth and vibrancy. Fermentation is conducted in small, temperature-controlled vessels with indigenous yeasts, followed by a restrained regimen of French oak maturation. The result is a Cabernet with classic varietal character: aromas of cassis, mulberry and bay leaf, underpinned by notes of tobacco, graphite and a hint of cedar. The palate is defined by its elegance and focus, with fine-grained tannins providing structure and length, and a line of natural acidity ensuring freshness throughout. The 2016 Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon is a polished, cellar-worthy wine that reflects both the pedigree of the vineyard and the measured approach of the winemaking team.