Wine By Thoms Coonawarra Cabernet 2022

Made From: Close-planted Cabernet Sauvignon from a single vineyard on Coonawarra’s famed Terra Rossa soils.

Aromas and Flavours: Blackberry, black cherry, violet, plumstone, liquorice, dried herbs, fresh espresso, spice and black tea, supported by cedary oak and gravelly tannins.

Drink if you like: Cool-climate Cabernet with ripeness and structure.

Pair With: Lamb or other red meats.

Awards: 92pts James Halliday.

Fun Fact: Shows well on opening, but improves with air – worth decanting, or try the “day two test” for even greater reward.

The Wine: Minuscule production from a tiny close-planted block. A little tight at first, but that’s the sign of a Cabernet with decades ahead of it. Decant, or open and give it 30 minutes in the glass, and you’ll find layered black and blue fruits, spice, liquorice, dried herbs and espresso notes. Structured and savoury, with fine gravelly tannins and cedary oak. Impressive now, excellent tomorrow, and likely superb for 10–20 years.