It's hard to fault this ever-reliable Black Label. Yes, there are those who say Coonawarra Cabernet is old school, but take a sip from this cup of reality and you'll soon realise how impressive it can be. All power to the Wynns Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon.
It seems the marketing team has got their hands on the label too - now known as the Original. When I think "Original", my mind takes me to Coopers Original beer, but I can be persuaded to add this to the list...
First produced in 1954, this 2023 sees 15 months in new (31%) and seasoned oak.
Silky, elegant and shapely, it's a wine of detail, width and breadth. Very Cabernet, it's drive, presence and persistence build an unavoidable attractiveness.
A riot of interest, think blackberries, blackcurrants, barbecued peppers, sage, thyme, pink peppercorns and licorice. It moves and flows with nimble feet carressing every crevice of the mouth. A fine mintiness slides in but those dark berry fruits hold court. A sheer delight, drink now or hold - you choose. Either way, you're the winner.
Drink to ten years+
95/100
Region: Coonawarra
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