Chalk Hill Wines

Alpha Crucis McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon

8.88 ratings

9.11 pro ratings

McLaren Vale, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia

Cabernet Sauvignon

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy

Top Notes For

7.5

Disappointing to be honest. There is a tartness to the palate that, while not unpleasant, takes away from the experience ADDENDUM: I had this over 3 nights and by the third night it had mellowed substantially. Perhaps it just needs a good 10-12 hours in a decanter before serving

Disappointing to be honest. There is a tartness to the palate that, while not unpleasant, takes away from the experience ADDENDUM: I had this over 3 nights and by the third night it had mellowed substantially. Perhaps it just needs a good 10-12 hours in a decanter before serving

Jan 3rd, 2024

8.9

Let's put it down to a poor vintage. Expected a lot more for $70

Let's put it down to a poor vintage. Expected a lot more for $70

Nov 2nd, 2016

9.3

Smooth and flavorful. Fruity

Smooth and flavorful. Fruity

Apr 2nd, 2016

9.1

Grant had this 10 years ago

Grant had this 10 years ago

Mar 7th, 2016

9.1

Brent had this 7 years ago

Brent had this 7 years ago

Dec 22nd, 2018

9.0

Daniel had this 9 years ago

Daniel had this 9 years ago

Aug 6th, 2016

Andrew Alexander

8.8

Andrew had this 10 years ago

Andrew had this 10 years ago

Feb 22nd, 2016

9.0

Kunwar had this 11 years ago

Kunwar had this 11 years ago

Sep 6th, 2014