TASTING NOTES FOR Cape Margaret Cabernet Sauvignon Margaret River Western Australia 2023

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with a dark ruby core. Bright and concentrated, showing excellent depth in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Classic and expressive, revealing blackcurrant, mulberry and dark cherry.
Savoury notes of mint, tobacco leaf, olive and cedar add complexity, with subtle oak spice in the background.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied, delivering ripe cassis, blackberry and plum with impressive balance and structure.
The palate shows excellent integration of fruit, oak and tannin, with layers of dark fruit and savoury complexity building through the mid-palate.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Firm yet refined, with fine-grained tannins providing structure and length.
The finish is long and persistent, with lingering dark fruit, cedar, spice and a classic Margaret River savoury edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon—structured, balanced and varietally true.
Combines ripe fruit with savoury complexity, refined tannins and excellent drinkability, with short to medium-term cellaring potential typical of the region.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled steak, roast lamb or slow-cooked beef dishes.
Also excellent with hard cheeses and rich, savoury meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously reliable Margaret River Cabernet delivering structure, flavour and regional character.
An excellent mixed dozen inclusion—classic, food-friendly and great value for everyday premium drinking.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷