2020 Neil Ellis Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch, South Africa (750ml)

WINEMAKER'S NOTES:

Intense dark color. The nose shows restraint, with aromas of blackberry, licorice and cedar notes. The palate is tight and fresh followed by fine, dense tannins that are enjoyable now and will refine and mellow over the course of several years.

Blend: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 3% Malbec

TASTING NOTES:

A firm and focused cabernet showing blackcurrant, black tea, cedar and clove aromas, following through to a full body with ripe and coating tannins.

- James Suckling, 92 pts.

The 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch opens with fresh, red fruit notes and a dusty, round profile enhanced by succulent tannins and balanced acidity. Medium to full-bodied, this wine has robust pencil lead flavors and a food-friendly finish. This well-structured Cabernet Sauvignon captures the essence of its Stellenbosch roots, delivering both complexity and refined drinkability.

- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 92 pts.