2018 Cape Mentelle Shiraz Cabernet Margaret River
2018 Cape Mentelle Shiraz Cabernet Margaret River Appearance : Deep dark cherry with intense red edges.
Nose : The aromatics are nuanced and complex; dark black forest berry fruit sweet paprika and toasted cinnamon overlay intense smoked charcuterie. Finer nuances of cocoa powder umami and roasted lamb entwine with leather and tobacco undertones combining with sage and spearmint notes.
Palate : The palate is rich and powerful displaying plum cranberry and ripe black forest berry fruits of boysenberry and blackcurrant overlaying cured charcuterie and roasted coffee bean. Oak tones of vanilla pod roasted walnut and mocha interlace with toffee and molasses notes. The tannins are elegant and round with great volume.