From a vineyard planted in 1975 on Coonawarra's famous red soils (terra rosa), the powerful (14.5% alcohol) 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon Menzies is a distinctive, singular style of Cabernet offering a dense ruby/purple color as well as earthy, plum, and cassis aromas and flavors, medium to full body, plenty of texture, and sweet tannin. It can be drunk now and over the next 10-12 years. Importer: Negociants USA, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-0993

Crisp in texture, with a bright beam of currant and plum fruit shining through a layer of firm tannins, picking up hints of pepper and herb as the lively finish does a diminuendo. Drink now through 2007. 6,900 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / Coonawarra Select to Add