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Grape Observer

A fine wine review focussing on wines from Australia and France (c)

  • Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 Wine Review

    Moss Wood is probably the most consistent producer of benchmark Australian cabernet sauvignon. It is aided by both climate and producer intent. The Margaret River climate is similar to warm to hot vintage Bordeaux, and its style sees generally higher contributions from later ripening cabernet sauvignon. The Moss Wood blend in 2009 is 88% cabernet […]

    Sean Mitchell

    October 31, 2021
    Wine Reviews
    Australia, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River, Petit Verdot, Western Australia
  • Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 Wine Review

    This wine review is of Moss Wood’s 2017 cabernet sauvignon. It is an outstanding wine and, in 2017, a blend of 88% cabernet sauvignon, 8% petit verdot and 4% cabernet franc. Its aroma is an appealing expression of blackcurrant and (expensive) cedar. On aroma I would have anticipated a higher portion of new oak, perhaps […]

    Sean Mitchell

    July 28, 2021
    Wine Reviews
    Australia, Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River, Western Australia
  • Aylesbury Estate Pater Series Chardonnay 2018

    From the Ferguson Valley in Western Australia, this chardonnay opens to a restrained aroma of almond meal, custard and cedar. The body is between medium and full and the acidity medium and fine boned. This is a textured chardonnay that is particularly harmonious and ready to drink now. Rating: Good. Read more: https://www.aylesburyestate.com.au; wine-searcher.com. Source: […]

    Sean Mitchell

    August 24, 2020
    Wine Reviews
    Australia, Chardonnay, Ferguson Valley, Western Australia
  • Aylesbury Estate Waterfall Gully Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

    From the Ferguson Valley in Western Australia, this cabernet sauvignon from Alyesbury Estate opens to aromas of pungent clove, eucalyptus and black fruits. The palate has very firm fine grained tannins, a medium body and integrated acidity. Ready to drink now and over the next few years. Rating: Good. Abv: NA. Price: $20. Website: https://www.aylesburyestate.com.au. […]

    Sean Mitchell

    March 22, 2020
    Wine Reviews
    Cabernet Sauvignon, Ferguson Valley, Western Australia

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