TASTING NOTES FOR Kilikanoon Tregea Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby to brick red with garnet hues. Shows both richness and early maturity, with excellent clarity and depth.

👃 Aromas
Complex and lifted, revealing blackcurrant, dark cherry and cassis layered with fresh mint, cedar and subtle tobacco leaf. Hints of cigar box and charry French oak add classic Cabernet sophistication.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied and beautifully structured. Dark fruits—blackcurrant, plum and blackberry—are supported by savoury notes of cedar, spice and a touch of olive. Balanced acidity and fine oak integration give the wine poise and control.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Refined and structured with fine-grained tannins. The finish is long and elegant, carrying persistent dark fruit, cedar and savoury complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Clare Valley Cabernet Sauvignon—elegant, structured and built with an old-world sensibility. Combines power with restraint, offering both immediate appeal and excellent ageing potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, beef fillet, slow-cooked short ribs or rich mushroom dishes. Also excellent with aged cheddar or hard cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A premium Clare Valley Cabernet delivering depth, structure and serious class.
Ideal for mixed dozens when you want a more refined, cellar-worthy red in the lineup.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷