Dark chocolate adds richness, while cocoa tannins bring a drying, savoury grip to the finish.
The cedary oak is initially pretty dominant and takes a while to loosen its grip, with the wine opening up considerably on day two and three of tasting. Give it air and patience and the fruit starts to push back through, revealing a more generous and enjoyable side.
This isn’t a wine I’d rush. Still, seven years old and still kicking for $50 is a win indeed.
92/100
Region: Coonawarra
