Winemaker Notes
Colour: Lovely rich red with strong crimson meniscus
Bouquet: Very attractive fresh cherry and chocolate aromas
Palate: The intense and rich black cherry flavours, which fill out the middle palate, are backed by just the right amount of tannins
Cellaring: Delicious current drinking, but has the depth and structure to age for at least five years
Food: A very versatile wine that can be consumed as a café style or with mild Asian food, but has the depth of flavour to accompany a good steak
One of the world’s most classic and popular styles of red wine, Bordeaux-inspired blends have spread from their homeland in France to nearly every corner of the New World. Typically based on either Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot and supported by Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, the best of these are densely hued, fragrant, full of fruit and boast a structure that begs for cellar time. Somm Secret—Blends from Bordeaux are generally earthier compared to those from the New World, which tend to be fruit-dominant.
Home to some of Australia’s most elegant and long-lived red and white wines, Margaret River is situated in the farthest reaches of Western Australia. Relatively warm and dry, the region is cooled by breezes from the Indian Ocean. Margaret River takes some inspiration from Bordeaux, producing top-quality Cabernet Sauvignons and Bordeaux Blends with firm structure, mouthwatering acidity, balanced alcohol and notes of herbs and spice. For white wines, refreshing blends of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon as well as complex, age-worthy Chardonnays are regional specialties.