Maverick Barossa Valley Cabernets 2023, Barossa Valley

Maverick Barossa Valley Cabernets 2023, Barossa Valley

Uniquely Barossan from the first pour. Bright. Rustic and meaty on the nose. 13%. Bordeaux blend with power and mouth-puckering tannin. Drink now with food, or cellar 15 years plus.

Deep crimson with a purple core. Blackcurrant, blackberry and dark plum, then cedar, graphite, violet and a little mint.

The palate is fine and mineral, with precision and tension. Concentrated cassis and dark fruit, firm tannin, lively acid. Savoury spice, quiet oak. Long finish of graphite, potpourri, blue flower, cassis and dark chocolate. Give me some time!

Vino Masters Score: 95/100 ★★★★★ Barossa Cabernet blend with rustic meatiness, mineral precision and a long graphite finish.