TASTING NOTES FOR Zema Estate Family Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra South Australia 2014

🍷 Appearance
Deep garnet red with a brick-red edge, showing clear signs of bottle age while retaining depth and clarity.

👃 Aromas
Complex and evolving, with blackcurrant, cassis and dark plum at the core.
Layers of dried herbs, cedar, tobacco and subtle earthy notes emerge, reflecting both Coonawarra character and bottle development.

👅 Palate
Structured and refined, delivering concentrated black fruit flavours—blackcurrant and mulberry—interwoven with savoury, herbal nuances.
Oak is well integrated, adding cedar and spice, while the wine shows elegance rather than sheer power.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium to full-bodied with fine, chalky tannins that have softened with age.
Long, savoury finish with a drying grip, layered with dark fruit, spice and earthy complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A premium, aged Coonawarra Cabernet—structured, savoury and beautifully composed.
Shows classic regional hallmarks with maturity, offering complexity, restraint and excellent cellaring pedigree.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast beef, lamb, venison or slow-cooked dishes. Also excellent with aged cheddar, mushroom dishes and rich, savoury plates.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive, cellar-aged Cabernet that delivers depth, structure and real sophistication.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a premium, conversation-starting red that showcases classic Coonawarra at its best.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷