Coonawarra

The Menzies Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

• Vintage quality: The growing season in Coonawarra was marked by a series of severe frosts in winter, which devastated multiple blocks. In spite of this poor opening, the small crops easily reached ripeness. Awards & Accolades: 1 Gold
• Cellar guide: 12 to 15 Years
• Last tasted: November 2009, Peter Gambetta, Winemaker
• Notes: The wine is bright crimson red with a bouquet typical of fine Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon showing blackcurrant, violets and cedar notes. This combines with the tang of oyster shell and sea spray often seen in The Menzies. On the palate, the wine has a lifted red fruit and briar “attack” leading to a savoury pimento and oak middle palate. The finish is long and full with the fruit and oak tannins enhancing persistent fruit.