Marked by mint and cassis on the nose, the 2017 Cabernet Shiraz Whalebone Vineyard becomes more Shiraz-like on the palate, where it adds cherry-berry fruit and a relaxed, generous feel on the medium to full-bodied palate. Silky tannins sneak in to give a pleasant soft dustiness to the finish. It's a solid effort, but it lacks the aromatic fireworks of the Cab Franc Merlot blend.