This is a very interesting wine from Stockman’s Ridge and the 2022 vintage. Labelled as the “Left Bank”, it is a homage to the cabernet sauvignon dominant styles of Bordeaux, with the vineyard in the cool climate of Orange region in Australia. To invite a direct comparison is brave, and better, it is also successful. It’s an excellent wine and a blend of 60% cabernet sauvignon and 40% merlot. It has aromas of cedar and blackcurrants. The palate is medium bodied, with clues as to its local origin coming from the dark fruit flavours, a subtle eucalpytus character and slightly fresher acidity from the cool climate of Orange. At $45, it presents compelling value. This wine can be drunk now and over the next 6 to 10 years. Review Rating: Very Good (★★★★, 91 points). Website: Stockman’s Ridge Wines. Source: Sample. Tasted: July 2024.
