1996 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon

93 Points - James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion

“Medium to full red-purple; a concentrated bouquet with soft, berry and earth flavours supported by subtle oak is, like the palate, in typical Moss Wood style. The palate has complex yet fine secondary flavours, with earth, berry and chocolate merged with oak and finishing with lingering tannins.”

93 Points - Robert M. Parker, Jr., Wine Advocate

“Cabernet lovers looking for a compelling example of this commonly encountered varietal should check out the expensive but profound 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon. Opaque purple in color, with a striking bouquet of olives, cassis jam, beef blood, minerals, earth, and new wood, this massive, super-concentrated Cabernet Sauvignon should prove to be a great classic from down under. It is oozing with flavor extraction, has high tannin, and cuts a formidable path on the palate. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2020. Bravo!”

92 Points - Wine Spectator

“Rich in texture, with a strong minty note running through the black cherry and raspberry fruit, framing it all with firm tannins. The mint and fruit persist into the long, expressive finish, balancing sweet and savory. But the tannins have yet to resolve. This needs more time, but it's still youthful and vibrant.--Australian reds blind retrospective.”