TASTING NOTES FOR Credaro Five Tales Cabernet Merlot Margaret River Western Australia 2023

🍷 Appearance
Medium dark red with vibrant purple tones. Bright and youthful in the glass, with excellent depth of colour.

👃 Aromas
Lifted dark berry and spice aromas, with blackberry and dark cherry complemented by hints of chocolate, dried herbs and subtle vanilla.

👅 Palate
Supple and generously flavoured, with juicy cherry and dark plum at the core. The fruit is smooth and approachable, supported by gentle spice, creamy vanilla and beautifully soft tannins.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium-bodied with a smooth, rounded texture and soft tannin structure. The finish is gentle and persistent, leaving lingering dark fruit, subtle chocolate and creamy vanilla characters.

🍇 Overall Style
A flavoursome Margaret River Cabernet Merlot offering an appealing combination of ripe dark fruit, savoury complexity and soft tannins. Matured for 10 months with 10% new French oak, it is designed to deliver immediate drinking pleasure while retaining classic regional character.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Excellent with roast lamb, grilled steak, beef casserole, pasta with rich tomato sauces, barbecued meats or mature cheeses.

⭐ BBD Verdict
A very approachable Margaret River red with generous cherry and dark plum fruit, subtle spice and beautifully soft tannins. Smooth, flavoursome and extremely drinkable—a versatile Cabernet Merlot that delivers plenty of character without being heavy.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷