Yalumba’s The Cigar Cabernet Sauvignon is a remarkable wine named after the unique cigar-shaped strip of rich terra rossa soil that defines the famous Coonawarra wine region. Let me share some details about this fine wine:
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Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
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Tasting Notes:
- The bouquet reveals bright cherry, chocolate, and musk aromas, supported by savory cedar oak.
- On the palate, vibrant blueberries and rhubarb come forward, balanced by chocolate and mint flavors.
- The tannins have a mouth-filling, praline-like texture.
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Terroir & Site:
- The grapes are sourced from Yalumba’s Menzies Estate Vineyard in the heart of Coonawarra.
- Coonawarra’s famous terra rossa soil over limestone provides the ideal conditions for growing exceptional full-bodied red wines.
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Food Pairing Inspiration:
- This rich and powerful red pairs wonderfully with braised beef.
