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Pretty Sally Cabernet Sauvignon - 2003(W-163)

Pretty Sally Cabernet Sauvignon
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Winery Story

Pretty Sally Estate was established in 1996 with a single mission: to produce world class wines that over-deliver. Its commitment to excelle... (more...)nce begins in the vineyard, as only exceptional grapes can produce great wines. Its focus is on detailed vineyard management coupled with expert winemaking. The location of their vineyard, 40 miles north of Melbourne in Central Victoria, was selected for its ideal soil and climatic conditions. its winemaking philosophy is one of minimal intervention, enabling the process to follow its natural course. John Ellis, Pretty Sally's winemaker, insists that the flavors be in the fruit in the first place. Nothing is added to affect flavors other than traditional fermentation and oak aging techniques.

Tasting Note

Pretty Sally Cabernet has pretty, youthful quality as its name would suggest. Aromas of cassis, blackberry, perfume, and a touch of pencil s... (more...)havings dominate the nose. Very firm tannins, along with good acidity, make this a food-friendly wine.

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October 21, 2009
Very heavy wine which I usually like but this just wore out its welcome with me. Maybe I'll try another bottle but this wine did nothing but fill me up and left no real impression.


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Bottlenotes Team NoteDecember 24, 2008
One of the most elegant Australian wines that we carry. The Pretty Sally Cabernet Sauvignon has evolved tremendously in the past two years. It is now a classically big and powerful wine, with earthy/truffle notes, a heartiness that enables it to stand up to great steak, prime rib, etc, but with a lean elegance that makes it refined enough for a pasta or chicken dish. Delicious.


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December 10, 2006
Rich wine, great with heavy foods


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August 30, 2006
Very nice wine - my favorite thus far...


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August 09, 2006
It's velvety and smooth. It bites the back of my throat a little bit. Aftertaste is a little toothpaste-orange juicey, but not unpleasant. Musty.


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August 09, 2006
This is pretty damn amazing...


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July 16, 2006
good body


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June 28, 2006
Amazing. Fantastic


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March 12, 2006
This was our favorite so far. It was great!


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Bottlenotes Team NoteFebruary 24, 2006
Pretty Sally Cab will be wonderful by 2007 - just needsa little more time to open up.


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February 13, 2006
a nice lighter cab


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