Riddoch The Federator Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

Here’s a terrific example of Coonawarra Cabernet in a good season, drawn from those famed terra rossa soils in the heart of the region. Colour is deep, ready crimson and then the aromas kick in with their spicy blackberry dark plummy nuances. The palate, which is generous and typically powerful, is refined with a delightful purity. Certainly, the red fruits emerge with blackberry, a little blackcurrant, and a touch of cedary character. The oak is a mix of new and old French, and it had 15 months to settle and mature before a further 24 months in the bottle. This is an immensely powerful wine, structured with all the character and style to handle some extended cellaring.