Jalyn Warren

9.0

Nice and light — 11 days ago

Iliana Zuluaga Vega

10

This is an excellent balanced wine. Rivals Uruguayan Tannats without problem. Perfect as a gift. — 2 years ago

Stefan Dolhain

8.9

2013 vintage. Paarl. A Rhône blend dominated by Shiraz (81%) with Grenache (9%), Mourvèdre (8%) and Viognier (2%). Spices, black fruits and leather. Surprisingly high acidity gives this a Northern Rhône feel. Improves with air. Decant or take your time. — 4 years ago

Will Stanley

9.2

A really rounded, well made Shiraz in (what I think) is a northern Rhône style. Earthy aroma with plenty of dark fruit. It’s dry, savoury and acidic in the mouth, with just the right amount of tannin. Certainly not brawny - if anything a little lean. The finish is long, with plenty of mocha notes. — 6 years ago

Jan A

9.0

On day two this rounded/fleshed out considerably and the dominant syrah grape of the blend (39%) came forward. — 5 months ago

Bob McDonald

9.4

Similar to the note I made a year ago in August 2020. Aromas of dried herbs, bay leaf, tomato bush with a woody note (not Oak) which we identified as Walnut similar to the previous note. This Cabernet is slightly different to the northern Margaret River (Wilyabrup) Cabernets like Woodlands and Moss Wood. On the Medium plus bodied palate red and black fruits with currants and mulberries. This was from a good vintage and is currently in a great place. Enjoy a bottle if you have any. POSTSCRIPT: A note by James Halliday from the Cape Mentelle International Cabernet Tasting in 2010 , for the 2007 vintage - “the trio of Cape Mentelle, Moss Wood and Woodlands pushed Leoville Las Cases and Chateau Margaux out of contention. “ Admittedly 2007 was not a great year in Bordeaux. — 3 years ago

Scott C

Founder / Co-director SR Wine imports

9.1

Dark fruits , fresh . Hint of marzipan . Syrah on rocks ... long and very good ! Northern Rhone ??? Blank bottle great wines !!! — 5 years ago

Daniel Sargeant

9.0

Lively on a summers day — 8 months ago

Jakub Kalinowski

9.1

Savoury, dark & meaty. Very old world style.
Nice presence on the palate, medium bodied, with a touch of creaminess and good acidity. Black olives, roast, meaty character. Yet this is till fresh, balanced, so drinkable.
What a lovely wine.
Blind this is a northern Rhône. And a really good one, too. — 3 years ago

Bob McDonald

9.1

Deep crimson in colour. Noticeable oak and spice on nose. Medium to full bodied. Red and black fruits on palate- plum and blueberry notes sadly dominated by the Oak. As mentioned in other posts I believe Margaret River is much better suited to Cabernet and blends rather than Shiraz - no better exemplified than the 2 offerings from this well performed winery - Cape Mentelle. Tasted again 19 weeks later. Similar sentiments as above but this time more Northern Rhone in style with black pepper, plum and dried meats. Pretty good actually. Will drink remaining 2 bottles over the next 3 to 4 years. Score 2nd time is 93 points. — 5 years ago