88POINTS
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Cullen Diana Madeline 2009
Margaret River, Western Australia, AustraliaA respected vintage for its harmony and elegance the Diana Madeline opened with a fresh red fruit nose. The mix 88 cabernet sauvignon 6 cabernet franc 4 merlot and 2 malbec is dominated by old cabernet fruit planted in 1971. The palate is similarly red fruit focused with currants cedar and some skinny, sour herbal notes in the back end. One-dimensional red with lean bent. Some finesse but a bit too old-fashion in style, best with food.Wolf Blass Master Blend Classification Montreal.Tasted: 25 November 2013Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:NF | $76.00 | 750ml |