2019 Hanzell Cabernet Sauvignon
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83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 7% Malbec, 3% Petit Verdot. Aged 15 months in 33% new French oak barrels. Production: 320 cases. pH 3.72. Tasted blind. Medium ruby in colour. Bramble, black cherry and dried rose petals. Elevated acidity and moderate, sandy tannins. Very light compared with what one would generally expect from this area of the world . (SCJ)
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Jancis Robinson MW
James Suckling
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The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a quintessential wine from this property. Firm and classically built, the 2019 exudes mountain energy. Dark cherry, plum, grilled herbs, bay leaf, incense, licorice and tobacco all race across the palate. I would give this muscular Cabernet Sauvignon at least a few years to soften. It's pretty impressive in the early going.
A fresh and balanced 2019 cabernet with currant, crushed-stone and citrus undertones. Itâs medium-bodied with fine tannins and a crisp finish. Rather sleek. 83% cabernet sauvignon, 7% cabernet franc, 7% malbec and 3% petit verdot. Drinkable now, but better in a year or two.