Woodlands Alex Cabernet Sauvignon
Woodlands, established in 1973, has emerged as one of the regions important producers of Cabernet Sauvignon. The original, dry-grown 3.2 hectares, planted between 1973 and 1976, has now expanded to 10.5 hectares. The sandy and gravelly red/brown loams over lateritic sub-soils are well suited to Cabernet Sauvignon. Organic and biodynamic principles are gradually being introduced. Batch-vinification in open and closed, stainless-steel fermenters with minute parcels of Malbec optimises fruit complexity. Typically the wine shows cassis/ black fruit/ cedar aromas, fine-grained tannins and underlying savoury oak.
Woodlands Margaret River Alex Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
$135 eachPrice consistently low
Te Mata Coleraine Cabernet Merlot
The Te Mata Coleraine is concentrated and complex with elegant cassis and fine grain tannins. Close to a true Bordeaux style with the fruit being sourced from the North Island region of Hawke's Bay in New Zealand. Recommended cellaring of up to 15 years from harvest.
Te Mata Coleraine Cabernet Merlot 2022
98 points$140 eachPrice consistently lowTe Mata Coleraine Cabernet Merlot 2023
$150 eachPrice consistently high
Chateau Prieure-Lichine 4me cru classe
Chateau Prieure-Lichine 4me cru classe 2021
99 points$79.00 eachin cases of 6 for $474Price consistently low
Te Mata Coleraine
Te Mata Coleraine 2023
$152$150 eachPrice consistently low
Chateau Pedesclaux 5me cru classe
Chateau Pedesclaux 5me cru classe 2021
99 points$89.00 eachin cases of 6 for $534Price consistently low
Chateau Kirwan 3me cru classe
Chateau Kirwan 3me cru classe 2024
99 points$82.00 eachPrice consistently lowChateau Kirwan 3me cru classe 2021
99 points$120 eachTypical priceChateau Kirwan 3me cru classe 2011
99 points$220 eachPrice consistently high
Chateau Lafon-Rochet 4me cru classe
Chateau Lafon-Rochet 4me cru classe 2021
99 points$99.00 eachin cases of 6 for $594Price consistently lowChateau Lafon-Rochet 4me cru classe 2020
99 points$105 eachTypical price
Chateau La Dominique Grand cru classe
La Dominique is a Grand Cru Classe growth of Saint-Émillion, leading the way in many fields of modernisation and innovation amongst the chateaux of Bordeaux. Owner Clement Fayat has spent decades on improving everything from vinification facilities, to drainage, to the cellars, to a bright red (and controversially visible from a distance) vat house completed in 2013. Benefitting (similarly to their famous neighbours, Ch. Cheval Blanc) from a proximity to Pomerol, La Dominique produces Merlot-led wines that combine vigour and elegance.
Chateau La Dominique Grand cru classe 2024
99 points$95.00 eachPrice consistently lowChateau La Dominique Grand cru classe 2021
99 points$139 eachPrice consistently high
Yarra Yering Dry Red Wine No 1 Cabernets
A feature of the Langtons Classification since its 1990 inception, No . 1 remains one of Australias most sought-after Bordeaux style blends. It is principally a Cabernet Sauvignon affair, with Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot playing supporting roles. Described as a classic claret-style, it features bright, blackcurrant fruit characters, savoury complexity and fine-grained tannins. Originally made by the late great Dr Bailey Carrodus, this flagship of the Yarra has been in the hands of Sarah Crowe (James Hallidays 2016 Winemaker of the Year) since the 2013 vintage.
Yarra Yering Dry Red Wine No. 1 2022
$150 eachPrice consistently low
Argiano Solengo
Argiano Solengo 2020
4.3 stars$175 eachPrice consistently high
