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Tahbilk Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Nagambie Lakes

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  • 91pts, James Halliday Wine Companion, 2021
  • 91pts, Wine Orbit, 2023

Tahbilk is not only the oldest family-owned wine estate in Victoria (1862), it's also carbon neutral and has a stellar reputation for quality. This cool-climate Cabernet is "terrific value" (Halliday). A leafy, ripe, spicy plum Cabernet that'll age.

Tahbilk is not only the oldest family-owned wine estate in Victoria (1862), it's also carbon neutral and has a stellar reputation for quality. This cool-climate Cabernet is "terrific value" (Halliday). A leafy, ripe, spicy plum Cabernet that'll age.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Nice cut of freshness to dark plum and cassis; earthy spice

Aroma

Green leaf, herbal aromas, bright cassis and plum, spicy edge

Allergy information

Contains sulphites, egg, milk

Tahbilk Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

More information

  • 14.0% ABV
  • 10.5 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2030

In 1920, wine lover Reg Purbrick was offered a glass of brandy from Château Tahbilk. Five years later, he purchased the property unseen! Reg's son Eric inherited his father's love of wine and, during the Great Depression, he gave up a law degree to decamp to Oz and take up the reins at Tahbilk. Three generations later, Hayley Purbrick is in charge of sustainability, while her father, Alistair, runs the estate. They are just one of eight wineries worldwide to be classified carbon neutral. Their 160 hectares of regenerated wetland and native vegetation are beneficial to the climate, as well as offering trails for all to enjoy. This fine, barrel-aged Cabernet is from cool Nagambie Lakes – dark spicy berry fruit with a leafy edge. Decant early.

"Ripe, dark berries, blood plums, Central Vic earthiness. Supple, young cabernet. Terrific value" Jeni Port
Halliday Wine Companion
Map showing Nagambie Lakes
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