Yalumba
Yalumba The Caley Cabernet - Shiraz
Red wine
4.5
Expert Rating
4.6
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Yalumba The Caley Cabernet - Shiraz is a flagship wine produced by Yalumba, one of Australia's most esteemed wineries. A blend of Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon and Barossa Shiraz, The Caley is a classic marriage of two noble varieties and two great Australian wine regions. Winemaking for The Caley is meticulous, with hand-harvested grapes and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, displaying intense flavors of dark fruits, blackberries, and spice. It's a full-bodied, opulent wine with refined tannins, embodying the classic Australian style of a Cabernet-Shiraz blend. The Caley is a true expression of Yalumba's winemaking excellence.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Yalumba The Caley Cabernet - Shiraz is a remarkable blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz grapes.On the nose, this wine offers a complex bouquet of blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum, accompanied by hints of cedar, tobacco, and vanilla. The aromas are intense and inviting, promising a truly enjoyable tasting experience.
The palate is equally impressive, with a full-bodied and velvety texture. The flavors of dark fruits continue to dominate, with additional notes of chocolate, coffee, and black pepper adding depth and complexity. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and lingering finish. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but also has the potential to age gracefully for many years.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2056
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Yalumba
Region: South Australia
South Australia is located in the southern part of the continent, emcompassing most of the countrie's renowned wine regions.
South Australia has a long and proud history of winemaking, dating back to the early 19th century. The first vines were planted in the Barossa Valley in 1842, and the region quickly became known for its quality wines. The Coonawarra region was established in the late 19th century, and is now renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. The Clare Valley and McLaren Vale regions were also established in the 19th century, and are now known for their Riesling and Shiraz respectively.CUSTOMER RATING
4.6
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