TASTING NOTES FOR Wynns John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra South Australia 2018

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with a dense, inky core. Powerful colour intensity, reflecting concentration and pedigree.

👃 Aromas
Highly expressive and layered. Blackcurrant, dark cherry and cassis lead, supported by violets, dried mint and subtle sage.
Complex notes of mocha, roasted chestnut, tobacco and fine cedar oak add depth and sophistication.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and commanding, yet beautifully controlled.
Intense dark berry fruit—blackcurrant, plum and cherry—drives the palate, framed by fine acidity and classic Coonawarra structure.
Savoury elements of graphite, earth and subtle herbal lift bring balance and precision.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Firm, structured and seamless.
Fine-grained tannins provide backbone without harshness, creating a long, persistent finish with lingering dark fruit, cocoa and spice.
Built for longevity, with exceptional cellaring potential.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship Coonawarra Cabernet—powerful, elegant and age-worthy.
Combines intensity and structure with finesse, showcasing the hallmark balance and terroir expression of this iconic wine.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with premium cuts of beef, lamb, venison or slow-braised dishes. Also superb with aged cheeses and rich, savoury meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
This is elite Australian Cabernet at its finest—structured, complex and built for the cellar.
A prestige inclusion for premium dozens or collectors looking for serious Coonawarra pedigree.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷