Tuesday Blind Tastings

Peter Lehmann Mentor Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Barossa Valley, Australia

Price: $40

Rating: 95

Source: Dan Murphy's

Description: A dark colour with red on the rim. Vanilla, coconut, mint and blackcurrant on the nose. The palate was structured and long with a lovely mouthfeel. A classy wine that is nearly at its best.

Tasting date: 21 January 2020

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