Brand & Sons Sanctuary Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

This wine combines the best Cabernet from a range of Coonawarra vineyards accessible to the family. These vineyards were largely planted around 1985. 2021 was a stellar vintage for the region and this meant that, instead of the intended twenty months maturation, the wine received twenty-four, from a range of coopers. The final wine was a barrel selection from the very best. Under Diam, only 150 dozen were made. This is the fifth release of the Sanctuary. An inky black hue with maroon on the rim, the wine exhibits notes of chocolate, axle grease, cloves, blackberries, soy, smoked meats, mint and mocha. This is a stunning example of what can be achieved in this region. There is juicy, mouthwatering acidity, exquisite balance, serious length and satiny tannins. The oak is fully and beautifully integrated. Expect this to drink magnificently over the next fifteen to twenty-five years, possibly even longer.