1998 Peter Lehmann The Barossa Cabernet

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($15.99) deep ruby color with a bit of purple. as usual, decanted for an hour before tasting. blackberries, cassis dominate, plus licorice, sweet oak, vanilla and just a whisper of the violet/lavender that i find in many aussie cabs. good full mouthfeel with a small bit of tannins, and a good finish. if you're looking for a nice wine -- from an excellent vintage -- that's near the top of its game, you'll find it here. i'd guess this will improve for a few more years, but it's certainly ready now.