A deep, rich, inky purple with a cherry-red hue on the rim. Full of blackcurrant, dark cherry, liquorice, cedar, white pepper and mixed spice, with hints of violets and rum-and-raisin. The palate shows classic Cabernet character of cedar, spice and a touch of tobacco, alongside dark berries and black olive brine, full-bodied with fine acidity, soft tannins and a generous structure.
Critic Reviews
94 POINTS
Ray Jordan
An excellent wine from the 2021 vintage, which in Mount Barker delivered beautiful cool climate fruit with richness, concentration and supreme balance. Classic varietal characters of blackcurrant and dark plum with a touch of black cherry open on the nose, followed by a supple palate with a structural core contributing to its long finish. It's the most stylish expression of Mount Barker cabernet.
92 POINTS
Katrina Butler - Halliday Wine Companion
A deep pool of blackberry, plum and blackcurrant, with a clear signal of rich oak – vanilla, mocha, pencil shavings, cigar clippings – and vibrant acidity. Plenty of savoury influence, olive tapenade and tender vine leaf. Structured but resolved. Of a style for a dedicated following.
Winemakers Notes
The 2021 vintage was excellent for reds in the Great Southern, with dry, slightly warmer conditions through March giving a swift harvest, exceptional fruit quality and solid yields. Alcohol is 14.5%.
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Tasting Notes
A deep, rich, inky purple with a cherry-red hue on the rim. Full of blackcurrant, dark cherry, liquorice, cedar, white pepper and mixed spice, with hints of violets and rum-and-raisin. The palate shows classic Cabernet character of cedar, spice and a touch of tobacco, alongside dark berries and black olive brine, full-bodied with fine acidity, soft tannins and a generous structure.