2021 Bests Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon

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Deliciously approachable Cabernet, great both now or with years in the cellar. Ludicrous value.
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Best's claim that "If our Great Western region were somehow prohibited from growing Shiraz, it would probably be just as famous for its Cabernets."

Looking at the quality, value and potential longevity of their Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon, it's hard to argue with them.

This hits that magic Cabernet sweet spot between approachability and cellaring capacity, all wrapped up in an impressively elegant package.

For a Cabernet that's great either for right now or for a few years in the cellar, you'll struggle to find better value.

95 points
"Ultrafine tannin, perfectly ripened fruit, the line of acidity placed just so. Even the oak wraps smokily around the herb notes, as if to ensure that they don't appear too loud. "
- Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)

95 points - "If this wine auditioned for a role in the film adaptation of 'Remains of the Day' it would get the part in a heartbeat. It's just so exquisitely well mannered. Ultrafine tannin, perfectly ripened fruit, the line of acidity placed just so. Even the oak wraps smokily around the herb notes, as if to ensure that they don't appear too loud. This mid-weight cabernet would make the perfect butler to the finest of meals." - Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)

92 points - "Deep ruby red colour. Blackberry, bramble, and bay leaf all fill the aromatic senses. Medium weight, graphite notes add contrast to the sweet berry fruit whilst a herbal layer fills towards the finish. Tannins are supple and very approachable, making this medium bodied red a real crowd pleaser" - Stuart Knox (The Real Review)

91 points - "Pretty nose of dark plums, mulberries, violets and fresh blueberries. Medium-bodied and creamy, with powdery tannins and a youthful core of fresh fruit and flowers. Drink now or hold. Screw cap." - James Suckling

89+ points - "The 2021 Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon is leafy and vibrant on the nose, with aromas of pomegranate, raspberry, licorice, black pepper, anise and nori. In the mouth, the tannins create an angular shape around the fruit, which is, as the nose promised, silky. Overall, the palate feels firm and defined by its tannic presence rather than by bright fruit, but it certainly cuts a serious shape in the glass. It is smart and leafy/herbal, a class act for $25AUD. 14% alcohol, sealed under Stelvin." - Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)

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    Mark N.
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    2020 Bests Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon

    In keeping with the general quality of Best Western. Great quality wine for its value.

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Supple but rich flavours of black fruits with soft acidity and
smooth lingering tannins..


This youthful wine is a great expression of the variety in Great Western. It is possible to enjoy this wine now with food, but it will soften and gain complexity over the next 5- 20 years. This wine tastes great with Wagyu beef meatballs in a rich sauce, and fresh pappardelle.

Price Bracket $30 or Less
Type Red
Body Medium Bodied
Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
Country Australia
Region Great Western
Australian State VIC
Feature High Score
Reviewed By Halliday Wine Companion
The Real Review
James Suckling
The Wine Advocate
Critic Score 95
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91
Alcohol 14%
Size 750ml
Vintage 2021
Closure Screw Cap

Best's Great Western

Best's Great Western is one of the oldest family-owned wineries in the country.

Their iconic Nursery Block is home to some of the oldest clonal material for particular varieties that can be found anywhere in the world. Established in the late 1860s, this precious vineyard is envied by much of the wine growing world.

Their wines are consistently excellent: the Shiraz dark and powerful, the Rieslings full flavoured and impeccably balanced, and the rare releases of Old Vine Meunier and Thomson Family Shiraz are some of the most collectable red wines in the country.

The Thomson family, and the Best family before them, have given us one of the true treasures of the Australian wine scene.

Viv and Ben Thomson Best's Great Western

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