TASTING NOTES FOR Willunga 100 Cabernet Shiraz McLaren Vale South Australia 2022

🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby red with a vibrant crimson hue. Bright and youthful, showing richness and depth in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and complex, with blackberry, blue fruits and dark cherry.
Hints of dried herbs, tobacco, clove and cedary oak add savoury depth and spice.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied and beautifully balanced, delivering blackberry, plum and cherry fruits.
Layers of dark chocolate, thyme and warm spice flow across the palate, with Shiraz providing plushness and Cabernet adding structure and definition.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and generous through the mid-palate with fine, chewy tannins.
The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering dark fruit, spice and a gentle savoury edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic McLaren Vale blend—rich, expressive and well-structured.
Combines the generosity of Shiraz with the backbone of Cabernet, delivering both power and approachability in a modern Australian style.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled steak, roast lamb or slow-cooked beef dishes. Also excellent with BBQ meats, hearty pasta and aged cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive Cabernet Shiraz that delivers richness, structure and regional character.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a bold, crowd-pleasing red that still shows plenty of class.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷