Sandalford Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

The fruit comes off an unirrigated Wilyabrup vineyard that is now over 35 years old and the wine sees 50% new French oak.

Aromas of mulberry, cherry, bay leaf and cedar oak. It has a shovelful of that lovely Margaret River gravel smell and some minty aniseed lift that reminds me of Pastis. On the palate medium to full bodied with rich fruit offering flavours of cherry, mulberry, a bit of chocolate, tobacco and cedary oak in support. The tannins are firm and fine, the acidity lively and fresh, and it has good balance and line through the palate. The combination of quality and price make this a highly attractive proposition.

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