2022 Fraser Gallop Parterre Cabernet Sauvignon

🏆 Gold Medal & 95 Points - IWSC (International Wine & Spirits Competition) Intense aromas of plum, blackberries, and roasted coffee lead to a concentrated palate of dark berry fruits, mocha, and a hint of leather. The finish is firm yet vibrant, with savoury undertones and a buoyant structure that lingers delightfully. 95 Points, Ray Jordan, rayjordan.com This is the most stylish expression of cabernet, which has about 5% malbec, 5% petit verdot, 3% cab franc, and 2% merlot. So it's a classic Bordeaux blend, and shows elements of that sinewy, minerally tannin profile that you might expect. Nice dark fruits on the nose with a lift of bay leaf and a distinct oyster shell character. The palate has good medium-bodied flesh supported by those fine sinewy tannins and integrated oak. It's a classically defined cabernet.