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 8 years ago

Grant had this 8 years ago

Mar 7th, 2016

9.1

Brent had this 5 years ago

Brent had this 5 years ago

Dec 22nd, 2018

9.0

Daniel had this 8 years ago

Daniel had this 8 years ago

Aug 6th, 2016

Andrew Alexander

8.8

Andrew had this 8 years ago

Andrew had this 8 years ago

Feb 22nd, 2016

9.0

Kunwar had this 10 years ago

Kunwar had this 10 years ago

Sep 6th, 2014