2014 Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon
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Dark red. Aromas of spiced plum, cocoa powder and exotic oak. Tactile, savory wine with very good subtle intensity to its dark berry, spicy oak and peppery herb flavors; hints of woodsmoke, earth and caramel give this wine an Old World element. Finishes with serious but fine-grained tannins and excellent persistence.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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The 2014 Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon is Helderberg fruit and includes one block of Cabernet Franc close to the winery (8% of the blend). It was matured in 60% new barriques for around 18 months and offers attractive blackberry, sage and sandalwood aromas on the nose, which is nicely focused and delineated. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, plenty of black fruit laced with black pepper, though I felt that there was a touch of jarring greenness on the finish (perhaps from the Cabernet Franc) that just knocks it a little of balance. Let's see how this shows in a year.