The Parterre Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 is a traditional Bordeaux blend comprising Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. Winemaking techniques emphasise the complexity attainable in a single vineyard wine delivering a taut, angular cabernet-domainant powerhouse that remains composed, svelte and elegant. Medium-bodied with a pleasing density of fruit, fine grained graphite-like tannins and cool acidity; a decent lick of vanilla custard French oak completes the balance and shape.
Totally opaque black dark red colour with a bright dark red hue. Expressive aromatics of red to black currant and mulberry flow from the glass followed by cedary tobacco notes, hints of earth and bay leaf. The medium bodied palate is layered with rich red to black currant and ripe mulberry fruits that show both terrific drive as well as finesse. Subtle vanillin cedar, tobacco, earth and spicy bay leaf characters seamlessly chime in on the back half. Calm and smooth in its feel it has polished fine grained tannins which lead into a long elegant finish
James Halliday 96
Ray Jordan Wine Guide 95
Decanter 95
James Suckling 93
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