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Wolf Blass 'Yellow Label' Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia
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Vintage: 2011
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BC CSPC: BC CSPC Code -251876
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September 2013 marked the 30th anniversary of this wine being sold in Canada. You'll notice a new label (with that 30th anniversary nod) on this Canuck favourite.
It has always been a dependable everyday red for grilled meats, burgers, chili or watching the game. Aromas of black currents, black cherry jam, sarsaparilla, baking spices are lifted with minty/eucalyptus notes. It is supple in the mouth with appealing freshness to lift the chocolaty, spicy, black fruit and coffee flavours. The finish is smooth and spicy.

Second Review: June 2015:
Ripe and chocolaty, peppery spices, eucalyptus very ripe cassis notes and licorice on the nose. The palate is similarly ripe - almost dried fruit alongside fruitcake, with coffee and chocolate. The acidity keep it from being bottom-heavy.

 
Recommended Pairings
Rich Meats , Barbeque, GONE CRACKERS, Game Day Wines


©copyright 2025 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Diva reviewed - 2015-06-15 18:38:39.0

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