Yalumba, Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon other_regions_italy Notes of smoky mineral reduction

Notes of smoky mineral reduction

full-bodied mouthfeel and finish

then that’s how it can end up at this very early stage of the never-ending story

southeast-facing vineyard planted in 1973 in Laguardia at 500 meters altitude

The 2007 Chateau Nairac is a little pinched on the nose

Yalumba, Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon other_regions_italy Notes of smoky mineral reductionIn general, I find Coonawarra a vastly over rated region for Cabernet Sauvignon, with a few noticeable exceptions, one of which is Yalumbas The Menzies, a Cabernet Sauvignon aged in 300 liter French and American hogsheads for 22 months. The 2003 The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon reveals gorgeous notes of creosote, blueberry liqueur, black currants, licorice, and cedar. Full bodied with great fruit purity, real stature, wonderful sweetness (from