Allinda Yarra Cabernets 2018

A classic Bordeaux blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot that enjoyed 24 months maturating in French-coopered Russian oak, 20% new puncheons and 80% third fill barriques. Not your typical oak regime, but an interesting one and one which certainly seems to have worked here. This is deep vibrant purple in colour with a lovely alluring nose. Mulberries, cassis, chocolate, spices and good oak integration as well as seamless in style with impressive length. The palate shows more plums, aniseed and darker fruits with good acidity. This still has a decade ahead of it and benefits from the time already spent in the cellar. With very fine tannins, this is an excellent Bordeaux blend from the Yarra.