This 2023 Cabernet Merlot from Margaret River, being very young, offers a vibrant and primary aromatic profile. Expect intense notes of blackcurrant, cassis, and ripe plum from the Cabernet Sauvignon, beautifully complemented by softer red fruit characteristics like cherry and raspberry from the Merlot. Hints of graphite, subtle herbaceousness (classic Cabernet), and possibly a touch of cedar or vanilla if oak-aged are likely present. On the palate, it will be full-bodied with firm, structured tannins that require time to integrate, balanced by refreshing acidity. The fruit flavors echo the nose, culminating in a long, persistent finish, with the youthful tannins providing a sturdy backbone.