Cape Mentelle...

Founded in 1972, Cape Mentelle was one of the first wineries in the region and made its name (and that of the Margaret River) with its Cabernet Sauvignon, the first wine ever to win the Jimmy Watson Trophy two years in a row.

Margaret River is surrounded on three sides by water – Geographe Bay to the north, the Indian Ocean to the west and the cool Southern Ocean to the south. It includes the rolling hills of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge, which extends 90km south to north between Capes Leeuwin and Naturaliste and runs only 27km east to west.

Its highly rated vineyards lie on soils of ancient granite, which have decomposed to ironstone gravels.

The red wines share a tannic background from aging in French and American oak. For the white wines, the aim is to retain fruit flavours, with crisp acidity thanks to the maritime influences.

Cabernet Merlot 2006
Bin No	MOET/122	Size	1 x 75cl	Price	£12.85
This Cabernet blend takes its inspiration from the classic red wines of Bordeaux. Cape Mentelle has developed an international reputation for long lived Cabernet and this blend seeks to capture all the qualities of these varieties to create a well rounded, full and rich style. Appearance: Ruby red. Nose: Classic aroma of blackcurrant fruit, aged tobacco, violets and cedary oak. Palate: The palate displays juicy blackberrry fruit, with a restrained mid-palate and subtle well integrated mocha oak. The wine finishes long and clean with textural, savoury tannins. Food Pairing: Roast Lamb or a platter of cheese. Cellaring: Enjoy now or cellar for up to 10 years.