Wynns Coonawarra Estate John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

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A fascinating expression of John Riddoch in 2018. Gone are the blockbuster, oaky styles of old and they have been replaced by more classically styled, reserved and sophisticated wines, this version aged for 15 months in French Oak, only 18% of which was new. This is a fantastic example of new Riddoch and will stand among the great vintages, although 2019 will give it a good run for the money this time next year. 

Bright deep ruby and almost opaque, the wine is confident and self-assured with powerful, precise fruits well matched to high quality oak.  Blackberry, fruit pastilles and cedar – it is still young and no doubt will build plenty more complexity with age. More flowing red currants emerge on the palate that is still largely tightly wound although everything is in its perfect place – acid, tannins and fruit are strong and reserved but still show exceptional power and length. This is a serious international cabernet that would not be out of place among the great wines of the world.