Tahbilk 'Eric Stevens Purbrick' Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
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For mine the most important winery in Victoria, if not the country. Why? An wonderfully historical winery (in immaculate condition) with an incredibly long track record of high quality Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Marsanne. Indeed Tahbilk was soley responsible for putting Marsanne on the Australian winedrinker's map and it also happens to be the custodian of the oldest Marsanne vines on earth.
The estate also possesses Victoria's most historical shiraz plantings (the 1860's block). Whilst Shiraz and Marsanne get most of the attention I think the Cabernet-based wines lead the way. Recent tastings of the 1972, 1984 and 1991 confirm the well-deserved track record of cellaring capability.
Newer releases such as the 'Old Block' series have also been very impressive.
"Crushed and destemmed fruit, fermented with cultured yeast. Matured 18 months in French oak (30–40% new). Eric Stevens Purbrick, the grandfather of CEO, Alister Purbrick, created the traditions that hold the producer in good stead in the 21st Century. These culminate beautifully, artfully, in the '17 Eric Stevens Purbrick Cabernet. This is definitely about a taste of tradition, of measured oak, of ripe fruit allowed to fully express, and a sense of place in the earthy, dusty savouriness. This is no power cabernet. Aromas of the Aussie bush, sage, baked earth, light herbals and violets. A warm, inviting palate of dark chocolate and spice, finishing with firm tannins. Elegant and enticing now, but save some for later." 95pts | Jeni Port | Halliday Wine Companion
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