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Wedgetail North Face Cabernet 2017 | Yarra Valley

Wedgetail North Face Cabernet 2017 | Yarra Valley

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Wedgetail North Face Cabernet 2017 Yarra Valley is blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz with lifted aromas of red roses and blackcurrant layered with subtle notes of cedar and tobacco. Smooth velvety palate, eight years in bottle, graceful full-flavoured, exceptional Yarra Valley offering deeply satisfying character.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

This distinguished Yarra Valley Cabernet blend presents a deep ruby colour with brilliant clarity and garnet highlights, displaying the exceptional quality characteristic of eight years bottle age, showcasing the artisanal craftsmanship of Wedgetail's North Face from steep northerly slope.

Aroma

The nose is rich and seductive, opening with lifted aromas of red roses and blackcurrant, layered with subtle notes of cedar and tobacco creating a sophisticated aromatic profile. The bouquet showcases remarkable depth from eight years in bottle, creating an aromatic profile that defines this Cabernet-dominant blend from one of finest vintages.

Palate

After eight years in bottle, the once robust Cabernet tannins have softened, giving way to smooth velvety palate. The palate displays remarkable character from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz blend, showcasing graceful, full-flavoured and deeply satisfying quality. The finish is velvety with lingering fruit, highlighting the exceptional craftsmanship of wine now in ideal drinking window.

Pairs With

This exceptional Yarra Valley Cabernet blend is perfect for enjoying with grilled steak, roast lamb, hearty stews, rich sauces, bold flavours, or grilled vegetables including red capsicum, eggplant, mushrooms and zucchini, making it ideal for special occasions and entertaining, showcasing the smooth velvety character with red roses, blackcurrant, cedar and tobacco that Cabernet-dominant blend enthusiasts appreciate.

Wine Specifications

Variety: Cabernet Shiraz Merlot

Size: 750mL

Region: Yarra Valley

ABV: 12.8%

Vintage: 2017

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Winery & Vintage Info

Winemaking Notes

Wedgetail North Face Cabernet 2017 is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz, grown on a steep northerly slope of the estate. This ideal aspect encourages early ripening and produces fruit with generous, concentrated flavours. The nose is rich and seductive, opening with lifted aromas of red roses and blackcurrant, layered with subtle notes of cedar and tobacco. After eight years in bottle, the once robust Cabernet tannins have softened, giving way to smooth velvety palate. Now in an ideal drinking window, the North Face is graceful, full-flavoured and deeply satisfying. The winemaking showcases Cabernet-dominant blend with firm structure that stands up beautifully to rich sauces and bold flavours. The generous fruit profile pairs seamlessly with earthy sweetness of grilled vegetables, showcasing exceptional balance and craftsmanship from Yarra Valley.

Vintage Conditions

The 2017 vintage is remembered as one of the finest vintages in the Yarra Valley. The vintage conditions created blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz with generous, concentrated flavours from fruit grown on steep northerly slope of the estate. This ideal aspect encouraged early ripening, producing rich and seductive nose with lifted aromas of red roses and blackcurrant, layered with subtle notes of cedar and tobacco. After eight years in bottle, the 2017 vintage has developed smooth velvety palate as the once robust Cabernet tannins have softened. Now in ideal drinking window, the 2017 North Face is graceful, full-flavoured and deeply satisfying. The finest vintage showcases Cabernet-dominant blend that is natural partner for red meat dishes such as grilled steak, roast lamb and hearty stews, with firm structure standing up beautifully to rich sauces and bold flavours.

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