Freycinet Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2019 burgundy the Stevens Valley—arguably Margaret River’s

the Stevens Valley—arguably Margaret River’s finest Chardonnay zone

and was aged for 11 months prior to bottling

an entry-level wine with a lighter

also lovely as an accompaniment to freshwater fish such as tartar of smoked trout as well as to asparagus

It was 100% barrel-aged

Freycinet Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2019 burgundy the Stevens Valley—arguably Margaret River’sDeep ruby with a hint of purple, heady aromas of cigar box, cassis and liquorice fill the glass. The supple and harmonious palate melds juicy plums, ripe berries and black currant with liquorice, spice, herbs and black olives which are further complemented by attractively integrated savoury oak. Extended maturation in French oak barriques has created fine, silty tannins and a long finish, promising to reward with careful cellaring up to 20 years.