Utopos Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Blend 2022 - In Bond

Stuart McCloskey "The bouquet is very ‘Utopos’ and back to an intense Smörgåsbord of ripe, black fruits – blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, violet, Indian ink, anise, sweet, gingery spice, fruitcake, mint, rosemary and warmed earth. The palate is immensely pure and drives with silky ribbons of ripe, dark fruits. This provides immediate ‘drinkable allure’ however, the ripeness is counterbalanced by the same sorbet-like feel and freshness found in the Cabernet, which ticks every box for me. That said, this is muscular and punches with impact. The core of fruit is ripe, dense and stays around forever on your palate. I will say, Kym has pitched this perfectly as he blends power with finesse with consummate ease. Super-long, super-juicy and wonderfully appealing. This can be enjoyed upon release (decant for 4-6 hours) and will only get better over the next 10-15-years. 5-minutes later – the flavours and sensation remain with me. Very impressive, indeed. Served using Zalto Bordeaux glassware."

Kym Teusner "A barrel selection of the very best Cab and the very best shiraz blended together.  The synergy of these varietals is undeniable somehow connected by the ferrous savoury elements of both individual wines.. Only 100 cases produced.

Densely packed blood red colour. The most beautiful concoction of the best parts of the cab sauv and shiraz with a sprinkle of seasoning sprinkled over the top from the time in tight grained French.  Lifted, bright and so seductively pretty. Extraordinarily floral aromatics of violets, hibiscus, tangerine and vanilla bean with a complex combination of sweet spices and undertones of citrus, sour cherry and ferrous bloody notes.  Ripe red pepper linger around in the background. Again, the palate weight belies the density of the aromatic. Satisfyingly rich and sweet but balanced by the fresh acidity and oak spice.  Loads of mocha, spice and coffee bean. There is a seamless flow of tannin here that supports the length of dense fruit whilst remaining somewhat light on its feet."