2001 Katnook Estate Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon

This wine is developing well. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon the wine was matured for 24 months in predominantly French oak barriques, 45% of which were new with a small proportion of American oak used. Opaque black crimson colour with deep crimson hue. The nose is impressive, expressing its developed character. Top notes of cedar, followed by violets, blackcurrant and spice with a subtle touch of old leather. The palate is holding together well, with fine grained tannins. Flavours of cedar, stewed plum, blackcurrant, anise and leather abound. Very long aftertaste of earth, spice, cedar, leather and blackcurrant.
Cellar 3-4 years (2008-2009)
Alc/Vol: 14.0%

First tasted, January 2005:
An excellent Coonawarra Cabernet, with strong varietal flavours. Very deep crimson colour with deep crimson hue. Superb nose of blackcurrant, violets, spice, liquorice allsorts and cedar. The palate reveals Classic Cabernet flavours and is supported by fine grained balanced tannins. Flavours of liquorice allsorts, cassis, cedar and blackcurrant. Excellent length. Aftertaste of liquorice, cedar and blackcurrant.
RATING: 93
VALUE: XXXX