Bellwether - Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, 2010
Award winning Australian winemaker, Sue Bell first founded Bellwether in 2008. The winery is located in a historic shearing shed outside the small settlement of Coonawarra. Sue specialises in small parcels and works with a number of local growers. No matter the origin of the grape, the wine is always made in the shearing shed. Her website states “Sue believes wine alone is irresponsible and a bit strange, so has established a place to share life with wine in it. People are literally invited to see and get involved in the process”.
Dark ruby in the glass, the wine is inky with a deep intensity. On the nose, the flavour intensity is pronounced. After 10 years of ageing, the multitude of flavours coalesce and contribute to the wine’s harmony. Blackberry and blackcurrant fruit notes are at its core, with hints of dried thyme, eucalyptus, juniper, earth, roasted pepper and smoked wood. On the palate, it’s velvety and full bodied, rich and textured. Supported by high acidity and a persistent intensity, this wine is juicy, complex and long. A first-class Aussie Cab Sav for a special occasion!