Zonte’s Footstep 1st off The Rank Cabernet 2022
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McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon might not receive the recognition it once did – having won more than its share of Jimmy Watsons over the decades. This should raise a bit of interest, with a heap of expressive varietal personality. From the outset there is good dark plum and blackcurrant character, nose and mouth, and for those who remember it, a strong likeness to Ribena cordial. Bouquet garni aromatics add some terroir complexity as well. There’s oak as well, though deeply integrated so not to spike out as a neck-breaker, and as for varietal tannins, neatly tempered. All up a very smart, flavour-forward Cabernet that hopefully will attract plenty of admirers.
Tony is best known for his 10 years as News Corp’s National Wine Writer, with weekly columns in major metropolitan mastheads throughout Australia including The Adelaide Advertiser, The Sydney Daily Telegraph and the Melbourne Herald Sun. He continues to write feature articles and columns for all the major Australian wine media publications. Tony has also worked as a restaurant reviewer, section editor, book editor, digital content provider, journalism teacher and was named Wine Communicators of Australia 2018 Legend of the Vine (SA). Find out more about Tony at tonylove.com.au
