Mollydooker Wines
The Maitre D Cabernet Sauvignon
Langhorne Creek, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia
K: I LOVE Mollydooker wines. The fruit is always supremely extracted, the mouthfeel is soft, fine and luscious- and the 2016 “Maitre D” Cabernet is nooooo exception. The ‘16’s to begin with were awesome in Australia and, from what I have had, resplendent across the board. The deep nose of this one opens up to, frankly; an explosion of fruit on the palate. The tannins are so beautifully chewy, and reveal a mid-palate that is packed with a rich and exuberant set of currant, cassis- and a velvety texture that leads gracefully to a long and juicy finish. See: 2016- good downunda.
K: I LOVE Mollydooker wines. The fruit is always supremely extracted, the mouthfeel is soft, fine and luscious- and the 2016 “Maitre D” Cabernet is nooooo exception. The ‘16’s to begin with were awesome in Australia and, from what I have had, resplendent across the board. The deep nose of this one opens up to, frankly; an explosion of fruit on the palate. The tannins are so beautifully chewy, and reveal a mid-palate that is packed with a rich and exuberant set of currant, cassis- and a velvety texture that leads gracefully to a long and juicy finish. See: 2016- good downunda.
Apr 9th, 2020
This is stunning. We love it. So exotic on the nose, which carries thru to the palate. Plump black and blue fruits pick up pace, along with coffee and pomegranate. Perfect acidity complements ripe tannins. Don’t cellar this, it’s perfect right now.
Kitchen will be completed in time for Xmas...
This is stunning. We love it. So exotic on the nose, which carries thru to the palate. Plump black and blue fruits pick up pace, along with coffee and pomegranate. Perfect acidity complements ripe tannins. Don’t cellar this, it’s perfect right now.
Kitchen will be completed in time for Xmas...
This Australian Cabernet is quite delicious! Dark ruby color. Intense aromas and flavors of black cherry, strawberry, blackberry and cassis. Hint of pomegranate, coffee and baking spices. Though quite the concentrated fruit bomb, this wine is well balanced with silky tannins. Rich, long and round. Lovely texture. Yes Please!
This Australian Cabernet is quite delicious! Dark ruby color. Intense aromas and flavors of black cherry, strawberry, blackberry and cassis. Hint of pomegranate, coffee and baking spices. Though quite the concentrated fruit bomb, this wine is well balanced with silky tannins. Rich, long and round. Lovely texture. Yes Please!
Jul 13th, 2022
Tasty and who doesn't love a good shake of the bottle.
Tasty and who doesn't love a good shake of the bottle.
Apr 7th, 2020
So filling... had a hard time drinking it after a giant meal
So filling... had a hard time drinking it after a giant meal
Jun 7th, 2018Just loved it for a Friday night tipple. Soft, smooth, rich in flavour. 2016 in March 2018. Yum!
Just loved it for a Friday night tipple. Soft, smooth, rich in flavour. 2016 in March 2018. Yum!
Mar 16th, 2018
Smooth, but a bit on the sweet side.
Smooth, but a bit on the sweet side.
Dec 9th, 2017
If you want cabernet extracted nearly beyond recognition, drink this. Nose heavy and oddly closed for this kind of wine. Deep black fruit and cinnamon notes. Viscous on palate, nearly syrupy, with some interesting berry and floral flavors, at least until you get bashed over the head with the 15.5% ABV. I can do all this with a shiraz from Costco for half the price.
Sorry - I'm not getting the cult here. Their cheapest bottling (The Boxer) still the best.
If you want cabernet extracted nearly beyond recognition, drink this. Nose heavy and oddly closed for this kind of wine. Deep black fruit and cinnamon notes. Viscous on palate, nearly syrupy, with some interesting berry and floral flavors, at least until you get bashed over the head with the 15.5% ABV. I can do all this with a shiraz from Costco for half the price.
Sorry - I'm not getting the cult here. Their cheapest bottling (The Boxer) still the best.
