1987 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Visually, the 1987 belies its age with blood red density and only the slightest bricking at the edge. The aromas are full of concentrated berry fruit with nuances of violets, cocoa, dry herbs and sous bois. The wine is lively on the palate with loads of dark fruit, concentrated blackberry and cassis and an intriguing riparian dry forest floor note that gives the wine depth and complexity. The finish elongates and fades softly like late afternoon shadows. The 1987 is drinking beautifully and should hold well into the next decade. The wine benefits from some aeration. I would recommend decanting at least 30 minutes before service.