Aristea Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch, 2018

I feel like a bit of a broken record as each year I say the same thing, but every year since the first Aristea Cabernet Sauvignon was produced in 2015, the wines get better. Matt’s 2018 is a deep plum colour; it has a subtle sweet perfume with fresh blackcurrant and a touch of herbs and vanilla. On the palate, it has a soft silky texture with vibrant blackberry and cherry fruits leading to a savoury finish. It is medium bodied and pure – with lots of breeding and class. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were sourced from three growers within Stellenbosch’s so called “golden triangle.”