2006 Yalumba The Signature Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz

A magnificent result.
First produced in 1962 the concept of The Signature was born from a comment made at the annual dinner of the Adelaide Stock Exchange. The then Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies declared, "Gentlemen, this is the finest Australian red wine I have ever tasted." The Signature is the best wine of the vintage and honours individuals who have made a significant contribution to Yalumba's success. The 2006 vintage’s signatory is Ralph Dunning, Yalumba’s marketing manager. This iconic Australian blend is a must for any serious collector.
Matured for 22 months, a complex barrel regime is employed including the use of American, French & Hungarian oak, both new and of various ages. Outstanding saturated black crimson colour with black heart and very deep black crimson hue – a superb start! The nose displays excellent lift with a complex perfumed aromatic profile of blackcurrant, violets, cedar, blackberry and spice. Full bodied and powerful, yet elegantly structured the palate displays a flavour profile of blackcurrant, cedar, blackberry, dark chocolate and spice. Superb depth of flavour and very fine grained perfectly integrated tannin structure. Long aftertaste of blackcurrant, cedar and spice.
Cellar 5-8 years (2016-2019)
Alc 13.5% Other reviews…
Matured for 22 months in American, French and Hungarian barrels coopered at Yalumba. Provides a journey based on grace, elegance and purity; fresh, vibrant and largely unevolved, the potent black-berried fruit is pure and poised, and the tannins are silky and fine; the vibrancy of the fruit core is electric, as is the persistence of the finish.
Cork, 13.5% alc Drink 2015-2030 with Rare roast beef
96 points
James Halliday’s Top 100 2010