Bleasdale Vineyards is Langhorne Creek's founding winery and Australia's second oldest family-owned and operated winery, established in 1850 by English migrant Frank Potts, who arrived in South Australia on the Buffalo in 1836.  The vineyards are situated on the flood plains of the Bremer river. Frank Potts left behind him a wonderful legacy that continues today. His sons and grandsons have operated and built up the winery, and Bleasdale is solely owned and operated by fourth- and fifth-generation members of the Potts family.

The Mulberry Tree is named for an ancient tree that grows on the banks of the River Bremer. This flows through the Bleasdale Vineyard on its way to Lake Alexandrina. The maritime influence of ‘The Lake’ is excellent for growing Cabernet Sauvignon, allowing ripe fruit flavour to co exist with soft supple tannin. 

Destemmed and crushed to open fermenters; matured for 12 months in French puncheons (10% new). Finesse and elegance are the last words expected for a young cabernet, but they describe this most attractive wine. Has won a string of silver and gold medals. Drink to: 2038; Price: $22.00; Date Tasted: November 2022; Alcohol: 13.5%; Rating: 95 Points & Special Value Star; James Halliday Wine Companion