Julia Hill Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Product Description

Winery Overview

Julia Hill produces classic Australian reds with a focus on depth, balance and approachability. The winery is known for letting regional character shine while keeping the style polished and easy to enjoy.

Region and Vintage Conditions

This Cabernet comes from Coonawarra, a region famous for its rich reds and cooler climate. The 2021 season was close to perfect, offering steady warmth, cool nights and ideal ripening conditions. This resulted in fruit with strong flavour, natural freshness and great structure.

Source

Grapes are sourced from Coonawarra vineyards known for producing Cabernet with bold dark fruit, smooth tannins and that classic touch of eucalyptus the region is known for.

Winemaking

The wine spent extended time in tight-grained American and French oak. This adds length, warmth and gentle spice without drowning out the fruit. The winemaking approach is straightforward — keep the power, keep the structure, but make it smooth enough to enjoy any night of the week.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Rich crimson with subtle purple hints.

Aroma: Plum, blackcurrant and a touch of cedar, lifted by light eucalyptus notes.

Palate: Dark fruit, cassis and chocolatey oak flavours with a touch of eucalyptus. The tannins are dusty but elegant, giving the wine good length without feeling heavy.

Finish:
Long, smooth and full of dark berry and subtle oak notes.

Key Characteristics

• Full-bodied with bold fruit
  
  

• Smooth tannins and good structure
  
  

• Rich, warming style with gentle oak
  
  

• Classic Coonawarra character
  
  

Food Pairing

Great with roast lamb, beef dishes, chargrilled vegetables, hard cheeses or anything hearty you’d usually enjoy with a big red. It’s also a good choice for slow-cooked meals or a simple evening dinner where you want something rich and satisfying.

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