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Shingleback Red Knot Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Shingleback Red Knot Cabernet Sauvignon
Brand: Shingleback
Price: 17.09 USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

Australia, McLaren Vale

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.6

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Shingleback Red Knot Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium wine produced by Shingleback Wine, a renowned winery in McLaren Vale, Australia. The wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown in the region's unique terroir, which is characterized by a warm climate, ancient soils, and cooling sea breezes. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including handpicking and fermentation in small batches, to ensure the wine's quality and complexity. It is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts looking for a premium wine that showcases the best of McLaren Vale's terroir and winemaking expertise.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Shingleback Red Knot Cabernet Sauvignon is a beautiful expression of the varietal.Aromas of ripe dark berries, plums, and spices greet the nose while the palate is filled with a delightful richness and hints of chocolate, cedar, and earth. The finish is long and smooth, with soft tannins. It is an excellent choice for a special occasion or to enjoy after dinner.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Shingleback

Region: McLaren Vale

McLaren Vale is an important wine-producing region in the Fleurieu Peninsula, south of Australian. It is renowned for its award-winning Shiraz, as well as other grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Mourvedre, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. McLaren Vale has a long and proud history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the region in 1838. The region’s first commercial winery, Bleasdale, was established in 1850, and the region has been producing quality wines ever since. In the early 1900s, McLaren Vale was one of the most important wine regions in Australia, and it continues to be a major player in the Australian wine industry today.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.6

0 Reviews