Windowrie Sakura Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

A pleasing cooler climate Cabernet from organic fruit from the Central Ranges. The wine enjoyed almost two weeks of skin contact, followed by a year and a half of maturation in French oak barrels. This is impressive on every level. A deep red/garnet hue, with aromas revealing chocolate, dry herbs, tobacco leaves, animal skins and black fruits. There is much to like here, not least the deftly handled oak. There is fine balance and sleek tannins, good focus and excellent length. This is a star and will remain so for at least the next six to eight years. A really good example of a cooler climate Cabernet.