TASTING NOTES FOR Cherubino Cabernet Sauvignon Ovale Range Caves Road Margaret River Western Australia 2021

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with a dark purple hue. Dense and vibrant, showing both concentration and elegance in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Complex and savoury, with blackcurrant, blackberry and plum layered over red earth and dried bay leaf. Subtle cedar, spice and graphite notes add classic Margaret River Cabernet character.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied and beautifully structured, delivering cassis, dark berry fruits and black olive with layers of chocolate, spice and fine oak. The fruit is rich yet precise, with excellent balance and regional typicity.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Velvety and refined with finely integrated tannins. The finish is long, smooth and complex, showing lingering dark fruit, spice and a subtle mineral graphite edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A premium Margaret River Cabernet—elegant, structured and age-worthy. Combines ripe black fruit intensity with savoury herbal complexity, fine tannins and beautifully integrated oak, delivering both immediate appeal and excellent cellaring potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, beef fillet, slow-cooked dishes or game meats. Also excellent with aged cheeses and rich, savoury meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously classy Cabernet—refined, structured and full of character. A standout for premium mixed dozens and ideal for customers wanting a classic Margaret River red with depth, elegance and ageing potential.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷