Xanadu Vinework Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon (90%), Cabernet Franc (5%), Petit Verdot (5%)
Region: Margaret River, Western Australia
Closure: Screw cap
Volume: 750ml
Price: ¥3,500
Certification: Sustainable Winegrowing Australia
About This Wine
An outstanding value from Margaret River, the Vinework Cabernet Sauvignon captures the elegance and structure for which the region is known. The 2020 vintage was one of the shortest and driest on record, producing small berries with concentrated flavour and plentiful tannins. This wine offers a vibrant mix of brambly fruit, herbal lift, and supple texture.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Deep ruby with purple hues.
Nose: Rich layers of blueberry and cassis intertwined with herbal notes and hints of mint.
Palate: Generous blueberry and raspberry fruit framed by gentle spice. The medium to full-bodied palate is smooth yet structured, with fine tannins carrying through to a long, balanced finish.
Technical Details
Score: 90 points (The Wine Advocate) / 92 points (James Suckling)
Alcohol: 14%
Winemaking: Fermented in small batches to retain fruit purity, followed by maturation in French oak to integrate tannin and complexity.
Cellaring Potential: Drink now or cellar short-to-medium term for added complexity.