This is Barossa cabernets with confidence. No bluff, no bluster - just impactful, classy, powerful red wine. The nose is all about seduction: cassis and dark plum take centre stage, flanked by cedar, clove, and a brush of bay leaf adding depth and distinction. Blackberry, blackcurrant and black cherry poke through, layered with vanillin oak, earthy undertones, macerated plums and a faint smokiness that adds real gravitas. The first sip is where the true power of this wine becomes apparent. Rich and concentrated, yet classically composed. Juicy dark fruits are laced with firm, chalky tannins - structured but never sharp. There’s tension and drive, with a hint of graphitey minerality humming through the long, commanding finish. One for the cellar, or a statement bottle for a serious occasion.