Mitcham Estate South Australian Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

Given the right amount of sunshine, Cabernet Sauvignon thrives in Australias clean air, and shows a more hearty, robust character than it does in the colder climates. This one smells of blueberry, blackcurrant, and prune, sweeter fruits which are neatly counterbalanced by the whiffs of juniper and the savoury dark tones of the nightshades: tomato leaf, roast capsicum, and chicory. The palate is confident and forceful, with the right amount of peppery, savoury edge to counterbalance juicy roast meats, offering some cleansing acidity to slice deliciously into their fats.

When we are offered small parcels of wine we often consult with Peter Saunders, long time wine critic, and author of 25 editions of A guide to New Zealand wine. His thoughts are A little age and the elevation of the hills around Adelaide has brought a Cabernet in excellent condition. Dark coloured with a nice little grip for red meats, a wine from the right vintage which is very satisfying over robust food.

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