2023 Blackwater - Cabernet Shiraz Malbec

2023 Blackwater - Cabernet Shiraz Malbec

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93 Points

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91 Points, Winepilot - Cyndal Petty
Blueberries, redskins, and sweet spices are framed by a savoury backbone of crushed gravel and lead pencil shavings. It’s playful and unfazed by modern society—no office job for this blend; it’s more of a work-from-home-on-my-MacBook kind of wine. 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Shiraz, 11% Malbec, and 11% Petit Verdot. Fragrant and flirtatious, with mulberry-covered fingers, blackberry jubes, and plush plum pudding. The finish is lovely and long, with layers of iodine and bark. Chalky, moreish tannins give it structure, while a gentle alcohol warmth adds comfort. Pair with kangaroo pie, pheasant… or even a four and twenty.

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93 Points
2024 WA Boutique & Single Vineyard Wine Show.

Colour Vibrant rich red with black tints.

Nose Intriguing aromas of black plum, mulberry, sour cherry and mint. Complexing notes of cedar and five spice.

Palate Structural yet juicy, this wine is bright and refreshing. Plum, cherry, bramble fruits lead into the structure and complexity of oak, exotic spice and ferrous tannins.

Tasting Note

Colour Vibrant rich red with black tints.

Nose Intriguing aromas of black plum, mulberry, sour cherry and mint. Complexing notes of cedar and five spice.

Palate Structural yet juicy, this wine is bright and refreshing. Plum, cherry, bramble fruits lead into the structure and complexity of oak, exotic spice and ferrous tannins.

Winemaker Comments

Components were matured in French oak barriques for 15-months prior to blending. The final blend saw 15% new oak, with the balance in seasoned barrels. The blend spent a month in tank to integrate and harmonise prior to bottling.

Winemaker Jeremy Hodgson

Technical Details

Region Margaret River, Western Australia
Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon (54%), Shiraz (24%), Malbec (11%), Petit Verdot (11%)
Alcohol 14.5%
PH 3.55
Acidity 6.10 g/L
Residual Sugar 1.0 g/L

Vintage Description

2023 - A milder vintage, allowing for gradual ripening of red varieties. Wines show a wonderful freshness and vibrancy.

Pair & Share

Cellaring Can be drunk now or cellared for 6-8 years.

Serving Temperature Room temperature 15-18°C

Serving Suggestion Flame-grilled rib eye steak served with redcurrant reduction.

2023 Blackwater - Cabernet Shiraz Malbec

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2023 Blackwater - Cabernet Shiraz Malbec

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