Experience the Eight at the Gate Lanacoona Cabernet-Shiraz 2018, a rich and powerful blend from Wrattonbully. This classic Aussie red offers a bold and opulent profile with currant, prune, tar, and rose aromas, complemented by black and purple fruit, dark chocolate, and espresso tannins.

Meta Description: Discover the Eight at the Gate Lanacoona Cabernet-Shiraz 2018 from Wrattonbully, featuring rich currant, prune, tar, and rose aromas with black fruit, dark chocolate, and espresso tannins.

Key Features

• Hop Vine & Still Tasting Panel Score: 90/100
• Region: Wrattonbully, Australia
• Varietal: Cabernet-Shiraz
• Vintage: 2018
• Rich and Powerful Red Blend

Producer Background

Eight at the Gate is renowned for its dedication to crafting exceptional wines that highlight the unique terroir of Wrattonbully. Located next to the famous Coonawarra region, Eight at the Gate leverages the rich soil and ideal climate to produce wines of outstanding quality. The Lanacoona Cabernet-Shiraz 2018 is a prime example of their expertise, combining the best of both varietals in a harmonious and powerful blend.

Flavour Profile

The Eight at the Gate Lanacoona Cabernet-Shiraz 2018 is a rich and powerful wine with an inky red to black hue. It offers an Amarone-like opulent inkiness with a well-balanced mix of currant, prune, tar, and rose aromas. The palate is bold and mouth-filling, featuring core flavours of black and purple fruit, notes of dark chocolate, and espresso tannins, all wrapped in plenty of toasty oak. This blend provides a luxurious and intense tasting experience.

Food Pairings

Enhance your dining experience with these complementary food pairings:

• Grilled venison with blackberry sauce
• Slow-cooked beef short ribs
• Smoked gouda or aged cheddar cheese
• Dark chocolate truffles

Enjoy the Eight at the Gate Lanacoona Cabernet-Shiraz 2018, a quintessentially rich and powerful Australian red blend perfect for any sophisticated occasion.