Its colour is a very deep red. The nose, at first reserved, opens up softly and slowly. Notes of minerals are followed by red berries, then an earthy whiff dominated by an aroma of fresh ground coffee beans. Before you know it the wine charms you with all of its incredible complexity. The mouth is silky. The treatment of this vintage's special tannins renders them astonishingly suave. Their freshness carries them along eventually towards an unending length on the palate.

"a masterpiece." 100 points - James Suckling

With a history that dates back to 1660 when it was served at the table of King Charles II, Château Haut-Brion has maintained its position as a legendary wine estate. This exceptional blend is crafted from 45% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 9% Cabernet Franc, complemented by a touch of Petit Verdot. The grapes are hand-harvested and sorted multiple times, resulting in limited yields and a 22-month maturation in new oak barrels. The wine exhibits velvety notes of ripe blackcurrant and a mineral profile, showcasing the finesse that is synonymous with Haut Brion. In exceptional vintages, it can age for decades, with standout years like 1961 and 1989 solidifying its place among the world's greatest red wines.
 

The cooler 1998 has an elegant Cinsault dominance; the colour is lighter and more delicately perfumed than a typical vintage. Despite this initial impression, the wine is deceptively powerful with a vibrant acidity and fresh, soft red fruit flavours and a very long, spicy finish. The ideal partner to mushroom and game dishes.

When tasted in early November 1999, the wines were tannic, concentrated and powerful, but very well balanced. Now at 20 years after the vintage, the 2000 holds on to its primary fruit whilst really starting to reveal the classic Musar identity, balancing out the characteristic sweet spice and desiccated fruit notes with more evolved elements of leather, tar, tobacco and a hint of game. These complex aromas and flavours are lifted with a fresh lick of acidity that will ensure the wine will continue to age gracefully for years to come.

Rhubarb and redcurrant are there on the nose, cassis in the foreground with liquorice and allspice following. The palate has a lovely textural quality with the fruit and gentle spice together with the savoury elements all integrating seamlessly.

The cullen Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot displays ripe, densely flavoured fruits complemented by fine-grained tannins.

The cullen Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot displays ripe, densely flavoured fruits complemented by fine-grained tannins.

Dandelion Pride of the Fleurieu Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a superb red wine from the Fleurieu Peninsula wine region of Australia. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown on old vines, this vintage has a deep, intense color with aromas of blackcurrant, plum, and a hint of vanilla, with a touch of oak and spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich, with flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and a hint of tobacco. The 2020 vintage in the Fleurieu Peninsula was marked by ideal weather conditions, resulting in wines of exceptional quality and depth.

Vibrant, shapely and a real joy to drink - we were wow'd by the quality of this wine for the price.

A superb and elegant Cabernet Sauvignon (mainly as it has a few other grapes in the mix).

Dark blood red in colour with a expressive nose of ripe plums, dark berries and a hint of forest floor.

The palate is fruit-driven with a core of supple red berry and cherry flavours highlighted by smoky spice complexity.

Bright acidity and fine tannins provide definition to the long finish. 

A delightful aroma of dark cherries, plum and black currant, with a hint of the cigar box.

The palate is generous and full bodied with fruit wedded to subtle oak, and a smooth, lasting finish.

Excellent with roast lamb, beef, pork, casseroles & cheeses.