Elderton Friends Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

Barossa, South Australia, Australia
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Natalie's Score: 89/100 Community Score: 4.4/5 Community Reviews: 2 Add My Review Product #: 595389 Wine Type: Red Wine	Price: $20.95 Alcohol: 14% Drink: Now Sweetness: Extra Dry Bottle size: 750 ml Winery: Elderton Agent: Dionysus Wines & Spirits Ltd.
More Vintages: 2009

Tasting note:

Vintages Wine Panel: One of Australia’s best bargains, the Friends Cabernet sources fruit from quality growers in the Eden Valley sub-appellation of Barossa. Much cooler than the Barossa Valley floor, where Elderton’s estate wines are grown, the Eden Valley tends to produce a more elegant and aromatic Cab. The 2008 is redolent of blackcurrant, plum and chocolate cake supported by dusty tannins and medium acidity. A great wine to share with your friends. My note: Strong mint and black plum aromas with full-bodied, supple texture. Some pepper and spice but the mint keeps coming back throughout. Tasty. Food matches: braised ribs.

Reviewed September 12, 2009 by Natalie MacLean

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