The Botham All-Rounder Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Included in the entry-level range from Botham is a Cabernet Sauvignon, which, like all the wines in the All-Rounder line-up, is a blend of wines from parcels across Australia.
This one uses fruit from South Eastern Australia, including 30% from Coonawarra, one of the country’s most famous and sought-after sources of Cabernet.
The wine has a pleasing mix of black fruit, from blackcurrant and cherry, along with a touch of dried mint – perhaps related to that Coonawarra component. Despite Botham’s love of full-bodied wines, this Cabernet is medium-weight, with ripe fruit, but without being heavy or sweet, and has a nice dry gently tannic finish. A good balanced youthful Aussie Cab.
Score: 87
RRP: £8
ABV: 13.5%
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