Given its youth from the 2023 vintage, this Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot blend from Great Southern is expected to present vibrant fruit characteristics. On the nose, look for prominent aromas of blackcurrant, dark cherry, and plum from the Cabernet, complemented by softer red fruit notes and perhaps a hint of vanilla or spice from potential oak influence. The Merlot will lend a plushness to the mid-palate, balancing Cabernet’s structure. The palate should be medium to full-bodied with fresh acidity and firm, yet approachable, tannins leading to a persistent finish with lingering dark fruit and a touch of savory earthiness characteristic of cooler climate Western Australian reds.