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Yalumba Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz The Caley 2013 750ml

size
750ml
country
Australia
region
Limestone Coast
appellation
Coonawarra
4 Ratings
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WA
95
VM
95
JS
95
DC
94
Additional vintages
2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
WA
95
Rated 95 by Wine Advocate
A blend of 55% Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Barossa Valley Shiraz, Yalumba's 2013 The Caley is only the second vintage to be released. Aged in 40% new French oak, it features fine, aristocratic aromas of pencil shavings, mint and dark fruit. Cassis, baking spices and hints of meat and mint come forth on the palate. It's medium to full-bodied, with rich, velvety tannins that remain firm and lasting on the finish. I tasted this from a bottle that had been decanted the previous night, so you'll want to give it plenty of air, or ideally, just cellar it for another five years before broaching a bottle. ... More details
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Yalumba Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz The Caley 2013 750ml

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Professional Ratings
WA
95
VM
95
JS
95
DC
94
WA
95
Rated 95 by Wine Advocate
A blend of 55% Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Barossa Valley Shiraz, Yalumba's 2013 The Caley is only the second vintage to be released. Aged in 40% new French oak, it features fine, aristocratic aromas of pencil shavings, mint and dark fruit. Cassis, baking spices and hints of meat and mint come forth on the palate. It's medium to full-bodied, with rich, velvety tannins that remain firm and lasting on the finish. I tasted this from a bottle that had been decanted the previous night, so you'll want to give it plenty of air, or ideally, just cellar it for another five years before broaching a bottle.
VM
95
Rated 95 by Vinous Media
Saturated ruby. Displays powerful, smoke- and spice-accented aromas of ripe dark fruits, licorice, vanilla and potpourri. Sweet and expansive in the mouth, offering lush boysenberry, cassis, spicecake and floral pastille flavors plus suggestions of mocha and cola. The floral note echoes strongly on an extremely long, sweet finish that's framed by harmonious tannins.
JS
95
Rated 95 by James Suckling
This blend of Coonawarra cabernet and Barossa shiraz has performed well in 2013 with an array of cassis, blackcurrants, redcurrants, some richer blackberries, as well as leafy and gently herbal accents. The palate is the real story though, showing a bright, even-tempered and fleshy core of red plums and darker cherries. Silky and even-paced tannins and a lithe, juicy finish. Drink or hold.
DC
94
Rated 94 by Decanter
Strikingly dynamic tannins distinguish this second release, ensnaring and extending the muscular fruit with its black tea and cedar riffs. Rich, glossy blueberry, juicy blood plum and savoury tapenade reflect a higher proportion of Barossa Shiraz than in 2012. Exclusively sourced from Coonawarra in 2013, the Cabernet injects a cool herbal note. Long, textured and involving, it spent 20 months in new French barriques (41%) and older French barriques and hogsheads.
Winery
Deep, dense red in colour. Distinct Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon aromas: fresh, cool and refined green olive, leafiness, iodine and intriguing, fine and complex aromatics. Richness and precision, revealing refinement of Shiraz with red currant and spice. Perfectly balanced acid and tannin line sweeping through to the long finish.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Australia
region
Limestone Coast
appellation
Coonawarra
Additional vintages
2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Overview
This blend of Coonawarra cabernet and Barossa shiraz has performed well in 2013 with an array of cassis, blackcurrants, redcurrants, some richer blackberries, as well as leafy and gently herbal accents. The palate is the real story though, showing a bright, even-tempered and fleshy core of red plums and darker cherries. Silky and even-paced tannins and a lithe, juicy finish. Drink or hold.
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Region: Limestone Coast

Of all the wine regions of Australia, perhaps the most well known and highly regarded is the Limestone Coast, situated in the south-eastern part of the country, close to the border of Victoria. Here, the exceptional climatic conditions produce grapes of stunning ripeness and flavor, and result in wines which are perfectly grown for expressing the finer features of their mineral rich terroir. Warm sunshine meets cooling oceanic breezes to slowly ripen the grapes, and vintners have long had great successes with a wide range of varietals on the Limestone Coast. From superb Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz wines, to delicate and flavorful Viognier and Chardonnay wines, this region provides up to a third of Australia's wine, and is finding new fans each year.
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Country: Australia

Despite much of Australia being covered by dry, arid deserts and bushland, the southern regions of the country and islands such as Tasmania have proved to be ideal for vineyard cultivation and wine production. The fertile soils and brisk oceanic breezes, coupled with the blazing Australian sunshine allow the grapes to grow to full ripeness before a late harvest, resulting in hugely flavorful wines which appeal to a wide international audience. Combine this with the experimental and daring approach Australian wineries have in regards to wine production, and it becomes clear why Australia has relatively quickly become something of a world leader when it come to exporting their produce to Europe and America. The Shiraz and Chardonnay grape varietals have produced the most successful and broadly appreciated results over the decades, however, in more recent years wineries have begun experimenting with a much wider range of grape varietals, demonstrating how Australian wineries are continuing to adapt and develop alongside international palates.
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