2010 Cloudburst Cabernet Sauvignon
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Still very concentrated crimson with purple notes. Some ironstone overlay and less sweet than the Cape Mentelle. Introvert and a little drying on the end. Rather simple Cabernet flavours at the moment. Perhaps it is just too young to show its best yet? (JR)
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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Made at Woodlands. Sweet, ripe dark fruit. Damson and cassis and just a hint of dried tomato and eucalyptus. Touch of VA, perhaps, but not intrusive. Refined texture, a real lightness of touch. But there's depth to the plush fruit even at this moderate alcohol level and a firm tannin foundation. Highly distinctive. (JH)
Only, 1400 bottles of the 2011 were made. A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Malbec, the very deep garnet-purple colored 2010 Cloudburst Cabernet Sauvignon shows off an alluring nose of crushed black currants and blackberries with underlying violet, cedar, marmite toast, chocolate and Mediterranean herb hints. Medium-bodied with taut, muscular and minty blackberry flavors, it is supported by firm, finely-grained tannins and lively acid before finishing harmoniously with persistent herbal-laced notes. Very promising start for this new property in Wilyabrup! Drink it now to 2022+. Only 1900 bottles of the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon were made. Imported by Cloudburst Wines LLC.; info@cloudburstwines.com
About the producer
Cloudburst is a boutique Margaret River winery whose rise to fame has been nothing short of meteoric. Winemaker-founder Will Berliner released the first vintage of Cloudburst in 2010 to great critical acclaim; his wines are now to be found in the cellars of some of the world’s greatest restaurants.