History shows that in 1865 Thomas Hardy crafted his first dual region wine, blending grapes from the Adelaide Plains & the Southern Districts. Hardy believed that blending grapes with different characteristics would complement & enhance the qualities of each region. So began Hardys rich blending heritage, with each new blend a unique code was created starting from A001. Tasting notes Colour Rich Ruby Red Bouquet Complex & aromatic, showing chocolate mint, cassis, bay leaf & perfumed French oak. Palate A mirror image of the bouquet with a richly textured palate showing fine tannins & exceptional length of flavour. Food Terra Rossa Lamb Shanks with baby potatoes Beef Ragu with parsnip mash