Whistling Duck Cabernet Blend 2018
Primary flavours
Blackberry
Blackcurrant
Blueberry
Capsicum
Charcoal
Tobacco
Details
This is a fruity rendition of the classic Cab/Merlot blend, with a touch of oak completing the picture.
Soft and smooth, this is moderately full bodied and very elegant.
Found in almost all wine-producing countries of the world, Cab Sav is traditionally full-bodied, loaded with plenty of dark fruit (think blueberry and blackberry) and backed up by a zing of herbal/grassy kind of flavours. It’s also known for its strong backbone of tannin – that furry, drying sensation you sometimes get with red wines. Cabernet has plenty of it, but is still a smooth talker regardless. In these blends, Cabernet takes the lead, but is ably assisted by some or all of grapes like Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and friends. Cab makes friends easily…splash this around, and you will too.
Found in almost all wine-producing countries of the world, Cab Sav is traditionally full-bodied, loaded with plenty of dark fruit (think blueberry and blackberry) and backed up by a zing of herbal/grassy kind of flavours. It’s also known for its strong backbone of tannin – that furry, drying sensation you sometimes get with red wines. Cabernet has plenty of it, but is still a smooth talker regardless. In these blends, Cabernet takes the lead, but is ably assisted by some or all of grapes like Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and friends. Cab makes friends easily…splash this around, and you will too.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards full bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, some fruitiness, high tannins, high alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Riverina
country
Australia
Grape type
Cabernet Blend
Wine Maker
Calabria Family
Alcohol
14%
Vintage
2018
Cellar period
1-3 years
Production method
Conventionally Made
State
NSW
Pairing guide
The combination of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is always going to yield exciting results for those looking for top-notch food-friendly wines, and this example really hits the high notes. It goes without saying that this rich and unctuous vino is something of a meat lover’s wine (although it will pair very nicely with aubergines and grilled root veg), and you’ll get great results with beef, game, course ground sausages, and cheaper cuts of pork and veal. It’s a beautiful wine to have with your steak and frites, and it’s also going to go very nicely with bistro classics like cassoulet, too.
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Food
Veal
Grilled Meat
Lamb
Tastes
Bitter
Earthy
Rich
Moods
Adventurous
Excited
Relaxed
Seasons
Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Riverina, Australia
The Riverina wine region is one of the three that is the backbone of the Australian wine industry, alongside the Riverland and Murray Darling. The region has a hot and dry climate with long summers and cool winters, making it ideal for growing grapes. The home of Riverina is Griffith where there is a wide range of wines produced from classic Shiraz and Chardonnay to one of the most recognised wines in Australia, the De Bortoli Noble One.
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