Ridge, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon other_regions_australia I like the delineation of

I like the delineation of the vibrant medium weight flavors that terminate in a dusty and mildly austere finish

dark raspberry

This is also relatively fruity and if not especially elegant

This is an interesting wine because while there is good power the overall impression is one of restraint

Malolactic was in new French oak barrels

Ridge, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon other_regions_australia I like the delineation ofThe 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Monte Bello Vineyard is composed of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc, aged 17 months in American oak (35% new). It has a medium to deep ruby color with scents of blackcurrant, chocolate covered cherries, cedar, cigar box, red fruit sparks, dried flowers and blackcurrant bud plus notions of graphite and iron. Medium to full bodied, it offers wonderfully lush fruits and firmly