Cabernet can be used to refer to wines made using the Cabernet Franc grape variety. In Australia we often refer to cabernet and Cabernet Sauvignon in a similar manner, making little or distinction between the two. Cabernet Franc is lighter than Cabernet Sauvignon making a bright pale red wine and contributing finesse and a peppery perfume to blends with more robust grapes. Depending on growing region and style of wine, additional aromas can include raspberry, and sometimes even violets. If the label says “Cabernets” then it is almost certainly a blend, probably of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
Cabernet Wines
Fruit sourced to make the Yelverton is grown with absolute attention to detail. Identification of soil boundaries within blocks is the first step in selecting potentially superior fruit. A fine, long open Cabernet palate with no clutter or distraction. Wonderfully integrated French oak with a restrained tannin presence frames a savoury almost spicy Cabernet.
Cabernet Wines
Coonawarra is one of the worlds great red-wine areas. Peter Douglas worked his first vintage there in 1986 and is internationally recognised as one of the districts finest winemakers.
This is a full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon from the Coonawarra master.
Cabernet Wines
Rich mulberry and blackberry fruit merge with classic dusty oak in a sumptuous and distinctly regional cabernet nose.
Cabernet Wines
This super-premium red was made from old, low yielding vines and highlights the richness and uniqueness of Coonawarra cabernet sauvignon. It is a vibrant, fruit driven style, with maturation in predominately older oak softening and filling out the palate.
