Community Tasting Note

sthugo wrote:

Saturday, December 31, 2005 - First experience for me for this wine. I have had the Woodlands entry level Cabernet Merlot and also the premium "Margaret", which were both impressive, but had not tried the Kevin. However, in saying that I have heard some good things about this wine and was looking forward to tasting it. Decanted for 3 hours prior to consumption. Upon opening, the wine was not giving anything away. But after 3 hours of air, nuances of eucalypt, menthol, black fruits and oak rose from the glass. The colour was medium to deep red. But the best was yet to come. Upon taking the first sip, my mouth was coated with a big, very smooth wine with plenty of upfront fruit, blackberry and dark plums. Considering the youngness of the wine there was no bite and, dare I say it, the wine reminded me of a young Moss Wood, but more in your face. However, definitely in the same class in my book. There is a healthy dose of French oak present but it does not detract from the wine one bit. This wine is drinking so good now but for those who can patiently hold on to a few bottles, this wine will bring very rich rewards in the future. In the words of Gandalf the Wizard, "keep it secret ... keep it safe". The best Margaret River Cabernet I have tasted this year. Legendary wine!

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