Stockman’s Ridge Signature Range Left Bank 2022

From Orange, this wine pays homage to the wonderful Left Bank Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines from Bordeaux. It is a blend of 60/40 Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Garnet/mauve in colour, the nose exhibits gentle oak influence with raspberries, red apples, tobacco leaves, redcurrants and sour cherry notes on the finish. This is well balanced throughout, with fine tannins and a lingering finish. Enjoy this over the next five to seven years. Reading over the various reviews for this pair of reds, it is obvious that there is no consensus as to the preferred wine, as each gets solid support. For me, the Right Bank by a whisker but I’d happily drink either.