2000 Bleasdale Cabernet

[Innkeeper]

2000 Bleasdale, Langhorn Creek, Mulberry Tree, Cabernet Sauvignon ($14.99 SHWC). In their "Great Cabernets Affordable Prices" edition, WS rated this wine (88) as the best Australian Cabernet for $15 or less. So I got some. It is very nice right now with berries and mint on the nose and upfront. Lovely complexity, chewy tannin, and nice exposure to oak manifested across the palate. Very pleasant finish. Matched nicely with grillpanned rib eye steak, baked yam, and salad. Very nice balance, indicating that it will continue to improve over the next few years.