Wynns

V&A Lane Cabernet Shiraz 2019

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  Vintage 2019
  95 points

58/42% cabernet sauvignon/shiraz at 12.5% alcohol. What? How can that be, with no green edges to the cabernet? This and the V&A Lane shiraz are treated with kid gloves by winemaker Sarah Pidgeon – in the vineyard and winery. These parcels are co-fermented, 2 varieties that usually ripen at different times, so you really need to know your site. Taking inspiration from the lighter clarets made in the 1950s and ‘60s, this modern version's beat is all savoury, with juniper, licorice root and fennel. It's medium bodied (just) and the tannins are gossamer-fine, yet spun together to a gentle hold. Compelling wine.

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  Vintage 2019
  94 points

The V & A Lane vineyard has contributed yet another fine, Coonawarra blend to this year's release. The two varieties work very well together, creating an attractive synergy and layered complexity. Striking colour and lifted violet and berry aromatics create a great first impression. An array of red and black fruit such as black cherry, mulberry and red currants, peppered with spices and mint provide an excellent drinking experience. The wine is focussed and long with an undoubted ability to age very well.