2024 ‘The Bandy’ Cabernet Sauvignon
McLaren Vale

TASTING NOTE

The 2024 McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon shows a deep ruby core with garnet highlights, reflecting its elegance and concentration. The nose reveals classic varietal aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and dark cherry, layered with subtle hints of cedar, graphite, and dried herbs.

On the palate, it is structured and generous, with fine-grained tannins supporting vibrant dark fruit, cassis, and a touch of mocha. Integrated oak adds complexity without overpowering the fruit, while a subtle mineral undertone enhances depth. The wine culminates in a long, refined finish, balancing power and finesse, showcasing the richness and precision of McLaren Vale Cabernet.

RRP $25

Composition
Cabernet Sauvignon
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Other Details

Sandy Loam Soil

50% Estate Grown / 50% La Colline Vineyard (planted 1965) McLaren Vale

Cellar Potential 10+ years

Vinification

12 days on skins with regular pump overs. Basket pressed to French and American oak (10% new) for 16 months. Vegan friendly.

Food Matching

Pairs beautifully with robust dishes such as grilled rib-eye, slow-roasted lamb, or rich beef stew. Enhance the experience with aged hard cheeses, charred vegetables, and earthy mushroom
preparations for a deeply satisfying meal.

Wine Reviews

93 points – Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)
“Richly fruited and inviting, the bouquet shows blackberry, clove, rich floral, and cedar characters with a hint of dark chocolate. It’s succulent and wonderfully weighted in the mouth, delivering fleshy texture, backed by layers of polished tannins, finishing velvety and flavoursome.”