2018 Kilikanoon Blocks Road Cabernet Sauvignon Clare Valley Australia

• “An Elegant & Refined Cab From 48-Year-Old Vines” ~95WP
• "One of the Most Brilliantly Run Wineries in Australia" ~RP
• 97 Point "Extraordinary" Vintage ~Wine Advocate
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About the Wine

"This is one of the most brilliantly run wineries in Australia, and the quality of the entire portfolio is impressive" – Robert Parker JNR

Looking for a Cabernet that punches above its weight? The Kilikanoon Blocks Road is exactly what you’re after. This stunning wine combines exceptional quality and great value.

Kilikanoon was founded by Kevin Mitchell, a man whose family has been entrenched in the world of winemaking for generations. Kevin’s father, Mort Mitchell, was instrumental in planting some of Clare Valley’s most prized vineyards, including the renowned Golden Hillside and Mort’s Block. Kevin grew up working the land with his father, developing a profound understanding of terroir that would shape his winemaking philosophy. In 1997, Kevin made the decision to establish Kilikanoon and produce wines that would express the unique characteristics of the Clare Valley, a region he holds dear to his heart.

The Clare Valley, located in South Australia, is known for its cool, high-altitude vineyards and diverse terroirs, making it one of Australia’s most exciting wine regions. The valley is made up of three distinct sub-regions—Leasingham, Watervale, and Skilly Valley—each offering a unique microclimate that contributes to the complexity of the wines. With a mix of terra rossa soils over limestone and black alluvial soils in the valley’s low-lying areas, this region is ideal for producing wines that are full of depth and flavor. The diurnal temperature variation (hot days, cool nights) gives Clare Valley wines their natural acidity, which helps preserve the wine’s freshness while allowing the fruit to ripen to perfection.

The Kilikanoon Blocks Road is a direct result of this unique environment. The vineyard, located in the Golden Hillside area, is one of Kilikanoon’s most prized sites and one of the original vineyards Kevin used to craft the first Kilikanoon wines back in 1997.

Kevin Mitchell’s passion for terroir-driven wines is evident in every bottle. His philosophy, which is deeply rooted in his family’s experience, focuses on selecting the best vineyards and crafting wines that showcase the unique qualities of each region. This approach has earned Kilikanoon numerous accolades, including high scores from respected critics and industry leaders, further cementing the winery’s reputation as a top producer in Clare Valley.

Aging: 14 months in French oak.

Tasting Notes

100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Vibrant aromas of black current, fresh thyme and tomato leaf. With time and air, subtle notes of cedar emerge, hinting at the fine French oak. Bright and crisp, this wine fills the core of the palate and continues radiate With cassis and black-current flavours. This evolves into a firm, fine grained tannin that lingers on the finish.

Critic Review

An elegant and refined Cabernet sourced from 48-year-old vines around the winery. Aromas of blackcurrant, plum and dark chocolate immediately announce the variety. The palate is generous and effortlessly long with a seamless integration of fruit, oak and tannin. Absolutely everything aligns in a cohesive combination, like the dust and slightly chalky powdery tannins balancing the fruit. ~95 Wine Pilot

Deep, brilliant violet. Aromas of cherry pit, cassis, succulent herbs and vanilla, along with building floral and spice accents. Shows good depth but plenty of energy as well, offering juicy black and blue fruit flavors that slowly tighten up through the back half. Youthfully firm tannins add grip to a long, focused finish that strongly repeats the cherry and floral notes. ~92 Vinous Media

A fresh, fruity and unmistakably Aussie Cab, this opens with aromas of ripe strawberry and red currant, vanilla pod, clove, dried herbs and warm tar. The palate is initially quite austere but after swirling in glass, flavor depth and textural richness emerge, showing fleshy berry fruit, crisp acidity and leathery tannins. Drink now through 2030. ~91 Wine Enthusiast

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