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Drink 0-0, Neal Martin, Nov 2023

The 2018 V blends 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot matured in 100% new French oak. I'm afraid this lacks freshness on the nose, and the fruit seems suppressed by Brettanomyces. The palate feels raw and tannic because Brett eviscerates the fruit, leaving the finish hard and dry.

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91
91/100

Neal Martin

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91 points
Neal Martin
Score 91/100 · Drink 2024-2044, Neal Martin, Sep 2022

The 2018 Vergelegen V 1700 is quite opulent on the nose with red berry fruit, marmalade, allspice and smoke. This blossoms with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, grippy tannins, layers of black tarry fruit and a touch of mint emerging with time. Gentle grip, fine structure towards the finish that will need a couple more years to loosen up.

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Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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