TASTING NOTES FOR Best’s Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon Great Western Victoria 2021

🍷 Appearance
Medium to deep garnet red with a bright crimson edge. Elegant and inviting, showing classic Great Western style.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and perfumed, with layers of red fruits, mulberry and blackcurrant.
Subtle leafy spice and herbal notes add complexity, alongside hints of cedar and gentle oak.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, delivering dark cherry, cassis and blackberry flavours.
A refined palate with notes of cinnamon spice and soft confection, supported by excellent fruit purity and structure.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Supple and finely structured with ultra-fine tannins and fresh acidity.
The finish is long and polished, with lingering dark fruit, spice and a subtle herbal edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon—elegant, medium-weight and finely structured.
Combines ripe fruit with restraint and finesse, showcasing the region’s ability to produce balanced, age-worthy Cabernet.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, beef, duck or mushroom dishes.
Also excellent with aged cheeses or classic French-style cuisine.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A beautifully composed Cabernet that delivers elegance, balance and real drinkability.
Perfect for mixed dozens—a refined, food-friendly red that adds class without heaviness.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷