Peter Lehmann Mentor 2012

Peter Lehmann mentored countless people over his 50-year career, and this wine is named in his honour. Great Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon has layers of texture and flavour. By drawing fruit from a number of Barossa sub-regions each with their own unique terroir, Mentor Cabernet captures immense varietal definition with added complexity of old vine, low-yielding fruit matured in French oak barrels.

This limited release is the best Cabernet of vintage and the mild conditions experienced in 2012 have accentuated the varietal characteristics. The colour is deep, leading to a bouquet of violet and cassis and a touch of dark chocolate. The palate shows the substance of Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon and finishes with great length- a wine of great breeding which can be cellared with confidence for another 8-10 years. 96 pts - James Halliday