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Zema Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1998

Sale price$29.99

— 1998 was dubbed vintage of the century
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— 95pts, James Halliday!
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— Sourced from a premium private cellar

Origin

South Australia Coonawarra, Australia

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SKU: ZECS199810 UCAU
  • 95 Points
TASTING NOTES

This is the kind of wine you reach for when you want to feel like every sip is a celebration of time well spent. The Zema Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1998 is a total knockout, capturing the magic of the "vintage of the century" with deep, luscious flavors that make you savor every moment. Think rich blackcurrants and dark cherries wrapped in subtle cedar and tobacco notes, with a velvety plum finish that lingers long after your glass is empty.

Bottled from a premium private cellar, this 95-point gem from James Halliday showcases the perfect harmony of power and elegance—a true expression of a near-perfect 1998 harvest. It’s bold but smooth, with just the right earthiness and oak to keep things interesting without overpowering.

Whether you’re marking a special occasion or indulging in a quiet evening with a hearty beef dish or aged cheese, this wine turns those moments into memories. With every pour, you’re not just drinking wine—you’re stepping into history, appreciating decades of craftsmanship, and most importantly, finding your place to savour the moment.

TASTING PROFILE
  • LIGHT
  • FULL
  • LOW TANNIN
  • TANNIC
  • SWEET
  • DRY
  • LOW ACIDITY
  • HIGH ACIDITY
Aroma: Blackberry, Blueberry, Pepper
Palate: Blackberry, Fruit Cake, Tobacco
Food Pairings:
  • Pork
  • Red Meat

Classification: Red

Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon

Vintage: 1998

Bottle : 1.5L (Magnum)

Country: Australia

Region: South Australia

Alcohol: 14.5%

Cellaring: 15 Plus Years

Scores

95/100

If you hand-prune Coonawarra cabernet sauvignon, and don't seek to embellish it in the winery with masses of oak, this is what you get. Rich, complex, dark berry spice and chocolate, tinged with more savoury aromas lead into a concentrated, tongue-coating blackberry-flavoured palate and great tannins.

James Halliday