Curtis Cavaliere Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Both American and French oak, ranging from new to two-years-old, was employed for the maturation of this fine McLaren Vale Cabernet. Again, from the superb 2021 vintage. Opaque maroon in hue, the nose reveals notes of animal skins, dried herbs, tobacco leaves, blackberries and licorice, with an overlay of oak, deftly handled. The note of savouriness is a highlight. There is decent length to be had here, with balance, direction and focus, and the wine finishes with fine tannins. This is a ten year proposition, longer if you have the patience.