Solidly built yet packed with bright fruit and even brighter acidity. Flavours of blackberries, mint and woodsy, cedary oak. The palate is full bodied yet restrained with sinewy tannins pulling tightly, needing more time to loosen their grip.

The dark, intense 2018 St. Andrews Cabernet Sauvignon is barrel fermented in new oak. This is less about floral and high notes than the Estate Cabernet, instead focusing on the deep bass notes of cassis and coffee, with hints of dark chocolate and black olives. Full-bodied and intense, it's plush and velvety, with a long finish.

Rhubarb, currant and cassis aromas are threaded with peppery spices, black olives, a hint of dark chocolate, and as it warms, dried flowers. The palate takes its time opening but when it does, shows elegance and freshness amidst tightly wound, spicy tannins and lifted fruit. Drink until 2037.

TROPHY - Frankfurt International Wine Competition 2021