I tried the wakefield cab (2006, clare valley) after seeing it on the wine show table at nbliquor. clare valley is an interesting wine growing region - it is cooler than barossa and maclaren vale and so is best known for its crisp zingy rieslings. however there are micro-climates within the clare that support the growth of shiraz and cab grapes, and it is not surprising to see even small wineries producing both rieslings and shirazes on grapes grown on the same estate. this wakefield cab was a typical australian cab with notes of cedar, capers, and plum. probably not a lot of cellaring potential but very drinkable now, with nice structure and longish finish. at a price around $20 (i forget the exact amount) it is great value for a cabernet.
Price: $18.79
Value: 4/5
Score: 87
Region: Australia, Clare Valley
Tasted: Nov 2008
UPC: 9311659000626
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ReplyDeleteSean Ludford, BevX.com
3 Stars/Silver/Brilliant
“Deep, dark, and bright garnet red color. The nose reveals classic Cabernet aromas of black cherry, cigar box, dark mocha, cassis, and exotic brown baking spices. The palate is generous with fruit while offering many subtle underlying flavors of oak, cinnamon, earth, and Herbes de Provence. This wine offers a tremendous amount of style and grace for a Cabernet at this price point. Try it with roasted game.” September 17, 2008
Majestic.com
“Wakefield Estate is Australia's leading family-owned winery, and chief winemaker Adam Eggins was recently awarded the Winestate Magazine's prestigious Australian Winemaker of the Year prize. Fresh, intense aromas of cassis red currants and a touch of mint promise a palate which does not disappoint, packed with ripe berry fruit and licorice. Twelve months maturation in French oak is evident in the delicious, rounded structure and long finish.” January, 2008
Tasting Panel, Wine Access Magazine
International Value Wine Awards
Best Buy
Tasting Panel, Decanter Magazine
“Good wine with depth and ripe tannins. Decent length.” October, 2008