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planagenet three lions cabernet sauvignon wine bottle

Plantagenet Three Lions Cabernet 2021

Price range: $22.00 through $24.00

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6 + $20.90
planagenet three lions cabernet sauvignon wine bottle

Price range: $22.00 through $24.00

Mixed Qty Price
6 + $20.90
Plantagenet Wines

Plantagenet Three Lions Cabernet 2021

Vibrancy | Elegance | Depth

Plantagenet Three Lions Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is an elegant and approachable expression of cool-climate Cabernet from Western Australia’s Great Southern wine region. Plantagenet’s vineyards benefit from Mount Barker’s cool nights and long growing season. These conditions allow Cabernet Sauvignon to develop flavour gradually while retaining the freshness and fine structure for which the region is known.

The 2021 season included valuable February rainfall that helped maintain healthy vine canopies, followed by warmer conditions during March that supported the final stages of ripening. Cool nights helped preserve acidity, while later rainfall extended the growing period for some Cabernet parcels. The result is a composed, savoury and fruit-driven Cabernet that offers excellent drinking now while retaining enough structure for medium-term cellaring.

Why You Will Love It

  • Elegant Great Southern Cabernet: An elegant, medium-bodied style with bright fruit, fresh acidity and fine tannins.
  • Classic Cabernet character: Blackcurrant and cassis are complemented by red berries, herbs, cedar and tobacco leaf.
  • Measured 2021 ripening: Healthy vine canopies and an extended growing period encouraged gradual flavour development.
  • Approachable now: The tannins are structured but refined, making the wine enjoyable without extended cellaring.
  • Suitable for the cellar: Its balance of fruit, acidity and tannin should allow it to develop further over the medium term.
  • Excellent food wine: Cabernet’s savoury character and firm structure make it a natural partner for lamb, beef and roasted vegetables.

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Tasting Notes

  • Colour: Deep maroon, indicative of its richness and intensity.
  • Aromatics: The wine bursts with vibrant aromas of sweet red berry fruits, complemented by a pleasant herbaceous tobacco leaf character. Subtle hints of oak-derived toffee and traces of coffee grinds, dark chocolate, and orange rind create a complex and inviting bouquet.
  • Palate: On the palate, the red fruits shine through, offering a seamless transition to the mid-palate. The wine features a layered tannin profile, enhanced by the smoothness brought on by the Merlot. The addition of Merlot provides a luxurious mouthfeel, balancing the wine’s natural acidity and fruit-forward profile with a sense of depth.
  • Finish: A long, dry, and satisfying finish, making this wine a perfect candidate for aging. The lingering fruit and tannins will continue to develop over time.

Food Pairing Suggestions

  • Mixed Grill Share Plate: The vibrant and structured character of this Cabernet Sauvignon pairs perfectly with hearty grilled meats, such as a mixed grill platter, offering a satisfying gastro pub-style meal.
  • Roasted Meats: Ideal with roasted meats like lamb or steak, where the wine’s depth and complexity complement the savoury richness of the dishes.
  • Aged Cheeses: Try pairing with rich, aged cheeses such as cheddar or gouda for a refined, full-bodied experience.

Best Serving Temp

Serve at 16-18°C to allow the wine’s aromatic complexity and fine tannins to fully unfold.

Winemaking

  • Harvesting: Machine harvested and destemmed, with a 7-day cold soak to enhance colour extraction.
  • Fermentation: Closed fermentation with a combination of rack and return and pump-overs, allowing for optimal extraction of flavours and tannins.
  • Maturation: The wine was matured for 18 months in stainless steel with French oak staves, allowing the oak influence to subtly integrate with the wine’s fruit character.
  • Blending & Bottling: After maturation, the wine was blended and bottled, ensuring balance and consistency.

Technical Terms Explained

  • Cold Soak: A pre-fermentation process where the grape must is chilled for several days to extract more colour and develop a fuller aromatic profile.
  • Rack and Return: A technique used during fermentation to extract more colour and tannins by pumping the fermenting juice over the cap of grape skins multiple times.
  • French Oak Staves: Pieces of oak used during maturation to impart subtle oak flavours such as vanilla, spice, and toffee without overwhelming the wine’s fruit character.

Technical Data

  • Grape Variety: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot
  • Region: Great Southern, Western Australia
  • Alcohol: 14% by Vol | 8.4 Standard Drinks
  • pH: 3.59
  • Titratable Acidity: 5.36 g/L
  • Cellaring: Enjoy now or cellar for 5 to 8 years for further complexity.
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