Tuesday Blind Tastings

Leasingham Classic Clare Cabernet Sauvignon 1996

Clare Valley, Australia

Price: $40

Rating: 95

Source: Cellar

Description: Full bodied. Blackcurrant, Ribena, capsicum and cigar box on the nose. The palate was savoury, intense and structured with firm tannins and good acidity. A strong wine drinking beautifully.

Tasting date: 24 July 2018

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