Black Angus Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 VINTAGES

Destemmed, crushed and fermented on skins in open-top fermenters. Matured 18 months in French oak, mlf. From a top year which has been given the heavy bottle/cork treatment by way of emphasis. A single-vineyard expression that combines all the things we expect from Heathcote - deep colour, intensity, concentration, bush mint/eucalypt/bay leaf spice, warm oak - with a bit of a surprise. The medium-bodied cabernet bursts with just-picked, red berries, blackberry/plum freshness and fragrant aromatics. It's a fine cabernet with earthy, leafy overtones and savoury tannins. What's more, it's sourced from the warmer north of the region. Quite a standout wine from a standout year. Drink by: 2030. Score - 94. (Jeni Port, winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 13, 2021)