The Villain
Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
Renowned as one of the world’s great red grapes, Cabernet arguably finds its greatest expression in the maritime climate of Bordeaux. McLaren Vale is warmer and drier, but shares those maritime conditions. Cabernet is characterized by small, dark, tough skinned berries, which produce long-lived wines of intense colour and firm tannins
Vegan friendly
🏆 93 Points - Wine Orbit
Winemaker's Notes
The Cabernet from the Black Sheep Block is fleet on its feet, having more high tone perfume and exotic spices. Comparatively, the Cabernet grown at Cellar Block tends more toward weight and texture. Careful blending of the two blocks produces a wine of both presence and elegance. This is the Villain.
Bouquet & Palate
Bitumen, ink, and bay. Charcuterie smoke and paprika herald the fruit – violet studded, brambly blueberry, cranberry, and cherry. A garden of lift; Dried thyme, oregano, and effusive florals sprouting exotically throughout. Pink-lady apple skin. Split stone, graphite, and blood. Supple, poised, and perfumed.
Food Match
Roast beef short ribs, sauteed wild mushrooms with fresh parsley
Technical Details
- Type: Red
- Region: South Australia
- Appellation: McLaren Vale
- Vintage: 2023
- Vineyards: Black Sheep Block and Cellar Vineyard
- Bottling Date: 03/09/2025
- Harvest Date: 24/03/2023
- Cellaring Recommendation: 2-6 Years
- Alcohol: 14
- pH: 3.55
- TA: 6.3
- RS: <1.0g/L
- Vegan Friendly: Yes