A classic Coonawarra nose of mint-laced cassis emerges from the 2015 First Eleven Cabernet Sauvignon. More concentrated and structured than the entry-level Cover Drive, it's medium to full-bodied yet tight and silky-textured, with elegant hints of pencilly French oak framing the long finish. It should drink well for at least another 5-6 years.

The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon “The First XI” was sourced from Coonawarra and was aged for 12 months in 70% American and 30% French oak. The nose reveals scents of cedar, scorched earth, tar, plum, and black currants. Intense, layered, and structured, it will evolve for 5-7 years and drink well through 2025. Importer: Negociants USA, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-0993