2020 Xanadu Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

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The one and only Xanadu Cabernet. Classic Margaret River, so polished and supple.
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This gorgeous wine from Xanadu consistently finds itself as one of the top examples of Margaret River Cabernet.

With the majority of fruit coming from mature vineyards in Wilyabrup, (along with estate fruit and a tiny portion from Treeton), it hits the nail on the head for a stunning regional expression of this variety.

Full bodied yet inherently graceful, it's got the structure and character to continue to unfurl in the medium term.

The wine displays vibrant, characteristic Cabernet aromas of cassis, mulberries, and blue fruits entwined with hints of mocha, nori, and potpourri.

Full-bodied yet refined, the generous palate offers a core of inky berry fruits; boysenberry, blackcurrants and Satsuma plums. Dense and well-structured, the palate is layered with these dark fleshy fruit characteristics and ripe tannins which culminate through to a persistent Cabernet finish.

94 Points - "Deep and bright purple-red colour, classic blackberry cabernet aromas, sweet and pure, the palate backing up with intense fruit and firm tannins contributing a solid backbone that will ensure it ages gracefully. While a mite straightforward now, it will build complexity with some cellar time." - Huon Hooke (The Real Review)

95 Points - "If 2020 had a calling card, it would be: "1800 tannin 'n fruit." The 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is lush and abundant, veritably spilling over with cassis, raspberry, licorice and bramble. The tannins, too, show their 2020 roots in the firm swell of texture in the mouth. It seems a shame to age this, such is the seductive guile of the youthful fruit at this stage, however it will only increase in complexity and spice as it gets older. Choose your player." - Erin Larkin (Robert Parker Wine Advocate)

95 Points - "With 8/3% malbec/petit verdot. Matured for 14 months in French oak (40% new). Perfumed, pure and very pretty. The three 'p's' for success. In the mouth the wine is all that the nose promised, the very fine tannins curve and shape the fruit. Very smart. Tasted alongside wines 3+ times the price of this and it still held its own. The finish is creamy and svelte." - Erin Larkin (Halliday Wine Companion)

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    Glory in a glass

    You can understand why the following 2016 vintage won the Jimmy. Full, bold, yet wonderful structure and acidity to hold all the fruit together. Wish I'd saved it for longer!

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