Brokenwood Cabernet Merlot 2022 tateofy2026 controlled phenolic development

controlled phenolic development

though by now the fruit had begun to deteriorate

it is dominated by flinty stones and chalk typical of fine Sancerre wines

developing into hints of breadcrumbs

offering vivid brambly red fruit

Brokenwood Cabernet Merlot 2022 tateofy2026 controlled phenolic developmentExcellent colour with medium to deep density and purple hues. Lovely sweet cedar notes from the Cabernet and background vanillin and nutmeg from the French oak. Sweet fruit up front on the palate with Turkish Delight and dark pastille flavours. Fine tannins carry to finish. An immensely enjoyable wine that will reward cellari