Jim Barry The Benbournie 2010
Jim Barry The Benbournie 2010 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon (Australia, Australia), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, venison, cheese board. Cheapest offer £55.00 at Hedonism Wines.
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Crafted from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, this 2010 vintage originates from Jim Barry`s Benbournie vineyard in Clare Valley, Australia. Known for its low-yielding vines and ancient rocky soils, the vineyard delivers fruit characterised by exceptional phenolic maturity, thanks to a favourable growing season. The wine is a product of a 12-month maturation in French oak, achieving an alcohol content of 14.5%. The profile reveals notes of blackcurrant, eucalyptus, and dark chocolate, while maintaining a focus on structural elegance rather than extraction. The finish offers firm, integrated tannins alongside a persistent, mineral nuance typical of Clare Valley`s cool climate.