A cabernet franc-led Bordeaux blend, with merlot, malbec, cabernet sauvignon and petit verdot in support. A supple and chewy style that oozes restraint, pedigree and charm. Redcurrant, pink peppercorn, clove, star anise, fennel, red licorice, pomegranate and raspberry all mingle within the constraints of judiciously handled oak, laced up by saline acidity. The length is awesome, telling us we can either drink it now or cellar it with confidence.
96 points Erin Larkin winecompanion.com.au
2019 ‘Emily’ is a blend of 45% Cabernet Franc, 45% Merlot, 8% Malbec, 1% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Petit Verdot.
The colour is a deep crimson. The nose shows a brooding mix of blackcurrant, rum and raison, and cocoa. The palate’s entry is pristine, and shows red berry fruits, with notes of cranberry and violet. The finish is mineral, with velvety tannins. Best enjoyed from 2025-2030.