2022 DJ Cabernet

$75.00 / bottle

DJ is a man of few words; as straight up and down as the prized rows of vines he cares for. His passion for grape growing is only exceeded by his passion for his family and sport (especially sport!). This reserve Cabernet is a deserving testament to him; to his passion, his grit, his down-right stubbornness, and his relentless efforts to grow the best fruit possible.

Specifications Reviews Video

Specifications

Region

McLaren Vale

Winemaker

Corrina Wright, 6th Generation

Grape Variety

100% Cabernet Sauvignon

History

DJ is a man of few words; as straight up and down as the prized rows of vines he cares for. His passion for grapegrowing is only exceeded by his passion for his family and sport (especially sport!) This reserve Cabernet is a deserving testament to him; to his passion, his grit, his down-right stubbornness, and his relentless efforts to grow the best fruit possible.

Aroma

Smoked meats, cassis, anise, black fruits and coffee grinds. Choc mint biscuits and charred rosemary.

Wine & Vintage

2022 was another cracking vintage in McLaren Vale. A long, cool ripening period and no heatwaves meant that we had plenty of opportunity to ripen the grapes perfectly. 30% new French oak – the DJ spends 18 months in barrel.

Palate

Pop a lamb roast in the oven quick! Mint jelly, juicy ribena currants, anise, stewed cherries and dusty tannins to round out the palate. Sweet blue fruits, chocolate, licorice and toast, plenty of structure and aging potential for those who have the patience to wait.

Colour

Rich deep burgundy

Alcohol

14.5%

Reviews

Mighty good example of McLaren Vale cabernet sauvignon. Comes off a block planted in 1948 with an unknown clone. Made in a similar way to the grenache and shiraz with open fermentation, indigenous yeasts and no sulphur, tannin or acid added. S you might expect it has the highest percentage of new French oak influence which is easily accommodated by the fruit intensity. There is a slightly leather, iron filings rust-like character which I find most appealing as it complements the vibrant dark fruits. Distinctive. 95 points (2020 vintage)

- Ray Jordan