Curtis Family Cavaliere GSM 2021

The cavalcade of cracking reds from the 2021 vintage, from McLaren Vale (and Barossa) continues, but be warned, they won’t last forever. If your cellar is not well stocked, then look to wines like this to make up the shortfall. You will not regret it in the years to come. The traditional blend is deep red in colour. An attractive red-fruited style, there are ripe flavours with a flick of vanillin oak, well integrated. The nose offers notes of raspberries, smoked meats, dried herbs and black cherries. The structure is seamless with good concentration and power. There are firm tannins on the finish and a good line of juicy acidity. The wine also has some serious persistence. It will be better in twelve months and should then drink beautifully for the following eight to ten years.