Cape Mentelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

From the Trinders and Crossroads vineyards, partly planted as far back as 1971, this stunning Cab includes 3% Cabernet Franc, and 1% each of Petit Verdot and Merlot. Maturation was in oak for fifteen months, 26% of which was new. A rich crimson/maroon colour, there are deep red-fruited notes here. Milk chocolate, tobacco leaves, also some blackcurrants and cassis weave through the aromatic profile with some early complexity. The nose is really rather appealing, even at this early stage. A seamless and seductive texture too, this is simply gorgeous and a cracking Marg River Cabernet. The palate has hints of blackberries, bay leaves and bergamot, moving more to the dark side. Very long with silky tannins, it is a wonderful wine, and one which could very easily sit alongside their Icon series Cabs. Enjoy for eight to fifteen years.