The Singlefile Wines Philip Adrian Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a structured, age-worthy red with captivating aromas and deep, dark berry flavours. It’s a perfect wine for those who appreciate the classic Bordeaux style, with its bold tannins and silky texture. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment, this wine will continue to impress as it matures.

Review 🏆

2020 Vintage

95+ points, Cassandra Charlick, WinePilot, April 2025
94 points, Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling, Feb 2025
97 points, Barry Weinman, Fine Wine Club, October 2024
96 points, Ken Gargett, WinePilot, October 2024
97 points, value rosette, James Halliday, 2025 Halliday Wine Companion, August 2024
97 points, Ray Jordan, Ray Jordan Wine, August 2024
95 points, Tom Kline, Wine Pilot, July 2024
95 points, Rob Geddes MW, June 2024
95 points, Gabrielle Poy, The Real Review, Feb 2024

2019 Vintage

97 points, Ray Jordan, WinePilot, May 2023
96 points, James Halliday, 2024 Halliday Wine Companion, August 2023

Philip Adrian Tasting Notes:

• Colour: Deep, dark ruby with hints of purple.
• Aromatics: A captivating bouquet of cedar, cigar box, and bay leaf, followed by rich cassis.
• Palate: Bold and structured with dark berries and blackcurrant notes, underpinned by subtle ironstone and earthy tones. The tannins are firm but fine, giving a silky texture that is smooth yet structured.
• Finish: A long, savoury finish, with oak integration adding depth and complexity.

Food Pairing Suggestions:

• Grilled Lamb: A rich, meaty dish that pairs beautifully with the wine’s firm structure and dark fruit flavours.
• Aged Cheddar or Gruyère: The tannins and acidity balance well with the creamy, salty texture of aged cheeses.
• Roasted Vegetables: Pair with roasted root vegetables for a hearty, rustic meal.
• Steak: The wine’s bold structure and tannins make it an excellent match for steak, especially grilled ribeye or a juicy filet mignon.

Vineyard & Winemaking:

The continental cool climate sub-region of Frankland River sits within the north west corner of the Great Southern wine region (its latitude 34°39’S). The Riversdale vineyard, planted in 1997 on deep gravel over clay soils, on a north-south orientation, is located 7kms north west of the Frankland River township.

‘The Philip Adrian’ is Singlefile’s flagship red wine where every measure is taken to ensure only the best fruit and barrels are selected. This wine will only be made in exceptional vintages.

The wine is 100% cabernet sauvignon (Houghton clones), the fruit picked and sorted in late March 2020. It was cold soaked in a small fermenter for two days with minimum pump overs before undergoing an extended and gentle maceration lasting for four weeks. Forty percent of the wine was matured in new Bordeaux oak barriques for fifteen months. The balance went to one-year-old (30%) and two-year-old (30%) Bordeaux barriques (for the same period).

The wine was bottled on 22 December 2021 and bottle aged before release.

Technical Data:

• Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Region: Frankland River, Great Southern, Western Australia
• Alcohol: 14.5% by Vol | 8.6 Standard Drinks
• Cellaring: Best enjoyed now or aged for 5-10 years for optimal development.

Best Serving Temperature:

• Ideal Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
  Serve this wine slightly cooler than room temperature to bring out the depth of its fruit and oak flavours.

FAQ Wine Terms 🤔

• Cassis: A rich, blackcurrant flavour often found in Cabernet Sauvignon.
• Tannins: Natural compounds in wine that provide structure, texture, and a slight astringency, especially noticeable in red wines.
• Fermentation: The process where yeast converts grape sugars into alcohol, turning grape juice into wine.
• Oak Integration: Refers to the process of aging wine in oak barrels, which imparts flavours and textures such as vanilla, spice, and smoothness to the wine.

About Singlefile Winery

Singlefile Winery is located in the prestigious wine region of Denmark, part of Western Australia’s Great Southern. With an impressive collection of awards, medals, and accolades, the winery meticulously selects grapes from premium vineyards. The main vineyards are set in the scenic Great Southern area, specifically in Denmark, Frankland River, Mount Barker and the Porongurups, while also sourcing from renowned regions like Margaret River. The Denmark property enjoys a cool maritime climate, ideal for growing aromatic varietals such as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, which showcase the region’s elegance. In contrast, the Frankland River vineyard, characterised by its continental climate, produces robust varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. This diverse, multi-regional approach allows Singlefile to craft an exceptional range of wines, each reflecting the unique terroirs of their origins and the winemakers’ dedication to quality.

Family History

Singlefile Wines was co-founded in 2007 by Phil and Viv Snowden, both geologists, alongside their daughter Pam and son-in-law Patrick Corbett. Each member had established successful careers before coming together to create Singlefile, united by a deep passion for wine. Pam and Patrick’s time living in Italy as a young couple solidified their appreciation for fine wines, while summer reunions with Phil and Viv provided opportunities to explore Old World wine regions, planting the seeds for their own winery.

After selling their successful consultancy, Snowden Mining, in 2004, Phil and Viv sought a new venture. They, along with Pam and Patrick, immersed themselves in learning about Australia’s key wine regions, determined to find the ideal site for producing exceptional cool-climate wines. Their journey led them to Denmark in Western Australia, where they discovered a slice of paradise. Leveraging their geological expertise, Phil and Viv chose an established vineyard that promised to showcase the true essence of Denmark’s terroir. This site, which now houses the cellar door, became the foundation for Singlefile and its celebrated Chardonnay wines.

Following the construction of the Cellar Door, Patrick and Pam relocated to the east coast of Australia for a year to establish distribution channels, working with sommeliers, trade partners, and consumers to build awareness of Singlefile. Meanwhile, Phil and Viv focused on refining their viticultural practices and enhancing the cellar door experience for visitors.

Today, Patrick plays a crucial role in producing all Singlefile wines, while Pam manages the daily operations. Phil and Viv reside on the Denmark property, keeping a close watch on the vineyards and cellar door activities.

From its family origins, Singlefile has evolved into a respected winery, largely thanks to the dedicated team that supports the founders in realising their vision. Despite its growth, Singlefile retains a family essence, remaining true to its boutique beginnings.

At Singlefile, quality is paramount, achieved through a minimal intervention philosophy in both vineyard and winery. The wines are crafted as naturally as possible, allowing the unique characteristics of the environment to shine in each bottle.

Singlefile is proud to be recognised as one of the premier wineries in the Great Southern region. The entire Singlefile family is driven by a commitment to produce top-quality wines, encapsulated in the Latin motto on their crest: Semper Superne Nitens – “the pursuit of excellence.”

Singlefile’s dedication to making exceptional wines is paralleled by its commitment to the Great Southern region. It’s as large as it is diverse. Its geography is a patchwork of coastal maritime land, gently undulating hills, open grazing country, eucalypt forests and granite outcrops. A true liquorice all-sorts of land girt by sea. And this variety is what makes the Great Southern so convincing as a supreme winemaking region.

Since its inaugural vintage in 2008, Singlefile Wines has been forging relationships with growers across the Great Southern region, under the guidance of wine luminary Larry Cherubino. Together, we meticulously select sites and varieties renowned for their excellence. Join us on a journey through the Great Southern as we explore each of its unique regions.

They have a long list of awards such as winning the International Rose Competition. Not to mention outstanding scores from the likes of Wine Companion & Ray Jordan.

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