2018 Sandalford Winemakers Cabernet Merlot
The Winemakers Range is all about delivering quite simply the best Western Australian wine at the best price. Quite simply, “Bang for your buck!” These wines are a blend of both the Margaret River and Swan Valley regions. In other words we have the riper, richer notes from the Swan with the cooler climate, more elegant and sophisticated characters from Margaret River. There are no lashings of oak and winemaking artefact here, just great fruit-driven wines from vines up to fifty years of age. These wines are all about balance, harmony and drinkability without burning a hole in your purse or wallet! So go on, have a crack and let us know the outcome! As always, enjoy in moderation.
Winemaker comments
Winemaker Notes
Usual stuff here … Ben (with some help) picked it, then Troy and Greg crushed it into the fermenter. Troy rehydrated the yeast and then it was fermented. It was on skins for about a week before being pressed to separate the wine and the skins. The wine was then left for a small time to mature before bottling.
Tasting notes
Varietals
Colour
Other Notes
Dark cherry red.
Nose
Palate
Tasting Note
This is just one of those classic blends. Definitely a fruity wine, with currants and berries but it’s had time to sit and mellow. This has let more savoury and brambly flavours into the mix. Another one of those drinkable wines – definitely a pizza and pasta wine this one. Don’t wait any longer, drink it now.
Vintage Conditions
Vineyard Notes
For the 2018 vintage, I can say it again. It’s been another great year … there was no rain and no heat spikes.
