TASTING NOTES FOR Elderton Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon Barossa Valley South Australia 2023

🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby crimson with dark purple hues, concentrated and vibrant in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Lifted aromas of blackcurrant, cassis and dark plum layered with cedar, dark chocolate, tobacco leaf and subtle mint notes with beautifully integrated oak spice.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and powerfully structured, showing concentrated flavours of blackcurrant, mulberry and ripe plum supported by notes of graphite, cocoa and fine oak. The palate is rich, focused and beautifully balanced with classic Cabernet definition.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Fine-grained tannins provide impressive structure and drive, leading to a long, polished and persistent finish with lingering dark fruit, cedar and savoury spice complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A premium Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon that combines richness, structure and elegance. Powerful yet refined, this is a cellar-worthy wine with outstanding depth and classic varietal character.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with premium beef, roast lamb, venison, slow-cooked dishes and aged hard cheeses.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A superb flagship Cabernet Sauvignon delivering concentration, refinement and exceptional Barossa character. An outstanding choice for premium mixed dozens and collectors seeking a structured, age-worthy Australian Cabernet.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen