Monday, February 13, 2012

Tasting- Woop Woop Cabernet (Week #4)


http://www.wine.com/V6/Woop-Woop-Cabernet-Sauvignon-2009/wine/105830/detail.aspx
Name: Woop Woop Cabernet

Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon 

Region: Southeast Australia

Country: Australia 

Year: 2009

Price: $12.95

Vintage Cellar Review:
“90 pts International Wine Cellar July/August 2011 ‘...Smells like a $50 Napa cabernet.  Lush, pliant and sweet, with a layered, chewy texture to the flavors of red and black sruits, bitter chocolate and spices.  This is really packed with fruity but there’s a litheness to it as well...A fantastic value...’”

My Review:
This Australian Cabernet Sauvignon is a very pure red color (no purple tones mixed in).  It has semi-thick legs.  There is a very woody or cedar scent with a hint of red berries.  The taste is filled with sweet berry and fruity flavors followed by an extremely woody aftertaste.  It is a bit acidic and hot.  Additionally, it has a slight tang or spice; a little kick to the flavor.  I really haven’t ever tried any cabernets that I particularly care for, but with all things considered, this one was decent for a cabernet.  I would recommend it to those who like cabernets or at least reds that are somewhat dry.  

Pairings: I did not try this wine with food.  I am really kind of weird and I only like cheese if it is melted.  However, I feel like if I did like unmelted cheese, it would be good with this wine.  It could also be good with steak or meatloaf (some kind of hearty meal). 

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