Geoff Merrill G&W Cab Sauvignon 2014

This premium Cabernet Sauvignon masterfully combines the bold dark fruit and chocolate richness of McLaren Vale (73%) with the elegant blue fruits, capsicum, and herbal notes of Coonawarra (27%), delivering a powerful yet balanced palate with inky tannins, vibrant acidity, and exceptional depth. The 2014 vintage began with ideal winter rains, followed by a warm, dry spring that reduced yields, while summer heatwaves tested vine resilience before timely February rains extended ripening into March, ensuring optimal flavor development and structure. Aged for 22 months in a mix of new (20%) and seasoned French & American oak hogsheads, this 14.5% ABV wine offers concentrated fruit purity and cellaring potential. Perfect with rack of lamb, venison pie, moussaka, roasted mushrooms, or gourmet beef burgers, it’s a standout Australian red for collectors and enthusiasts seeking terroir-driven complexity.