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96
/ 100
James Suckling -
95
/ 100
James Halliday -
94
/ 100
Vinous
Red
Classification
Red Blends
Variety
2016
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
Australia
Country
Western Australia, Margaret River
Region
13.5%
Alcohol %
Drink Now
Cellaring
Scores
96 / 100"A complex blend of earthy, forest-wood and leafy aromas here with dark plums, cherries, dried blackcurrants and a herbal edge. The palate has such smoothly delivered, concentrated dark-berry flavors, layered with spiced currants, chocolate and plums. Great depth and power here. A blend of 56% cabernet sauvignon, 16% malbec, 13% merlot, 9% petit verdot and 6% cabernet franc."
- James Suckling
95 / 100
"Cabernet sauvignon takes the lead (56%), with decent amounts of malbec and merlot plus petit verdot and cabernet franc. Excellent dark purple-garnet; expect blackberries and mulberries, hints of spices and rosemary and while the oak (17 months in barrel, 30% new) adds to the flavour profile, it'll continue to melt into the wine, now a touch drying on the finish. Plenty of juicy fruit though across the fuller-bodied palate. It's not a big wine just neatly composed. *Gold*"
- James Halliday
94 / 100
"Deep, vivid ruby. Incisive red and black currant and cherry pit scents, along with suggestions of pipe tobacco, vanilla, smoky minerals and cracked pepper. Sappy and penetrating on the palate, offering bitter cherry, dark berry, licorice and succulent herb flavors that slowly turn sweeter as the wine opens up. Conveys a suave blend of depth and liveliness and finishes extremely long and smoky, with smooth tannins adding discreet grip. In the context of high-end Australian red wine, this one delivers remarkable value. One-third new French oak."
- Vinous
Tasting Notes
Woodlands Clementine Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is a truly exceptional wine that offers a unique and unforgettable experience for wine enthusiasts.Woodlands Clementine Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted with meticulous attention to detail by the esteemed Woodlands Estate, renowned for producing some of Australia's finest wines. The winery's commitment to excellence is reflected in every bottle they produce. Woodlands Clementine Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 boasts a complex and enticing flavor profile. It offers luscious blackberry and blackcurrant notes, complemented by hints of dark chocolate, tobacco, and subtle oak. The wine exhibits excellent structure, balance, and a long, velvety finish that lingers on the palate. This wine has impressive aging potential, allowing it to develop further complexity and depth over time. While it is already delightful to drink now, you can also choose to cellar it for a few more years to experience its evolution and enjoy it at its peak.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity