Elegance, restraint, and Hunter Valley heritage define this benchmark Australian Cabernet blend. Lake’s Folly Cabernets 2009 is sourced from the estate’s historic vineyards in the Hunter Valley, a region not traditionally associated with Cabernet-based wines, yet one that this pioneering producer has helped redefine. Founded by Dr Max Lake, the estate has long championed a refined, medium-bodied expression of Cabernet blends, focusing on balance and longevity over sheer power. The 2009 vintage benefited from favourable growing conditions, allowing for even ripening and the development of complex varietal character.
In the glass, the wine presents a medium-bodied and composed profile, offering a layered expression of fruit, oak, and savoury nuance. Blackcurrant and cherry form the core, supported by cedar, spice, and subtle earthy undertones. The inclusion of Shiraz, Merlot, and Petit Verdot alongside Cabernet Sauvignon contributes to both aromatic lift and structural depth. Fine acidity provides freshness and direction, while tannins remain supple yet persistent, framing the wine without dominance. Oak is present but well integrated, adding complexity rather than weight. There is a quiet confidence to the wine, favouring finesse and detail over opulence. With time in the glass, additional notes of anise, florals, and savoury spice emerge, enhancing its complexity. The 2009 Cabernets is both immediately enjoyable and capable of further evolution, reflecting the estate’s enduring philosophy of balance and age-worthiness. It is particularly well suited to roasted meats, game dishes, or classic herb-driven preparations.
Elegance, restraint, and Hunter Valley heritage define this benchmark Australian Cabernet blend. Lake’s Folly Cabernets 2009 is sourced from the estate’s historic vineyards in the Hunter Valley, a region not traditionally associated with Cabernet-based wines, yet one that this pioneering producer has helped redefine. Founded by Dr Max Lake, the estate has long championed a refined, medium-bodied expression of Cabernet blends, focusing on balance and longevity over sheer power. The 2009 vintage benefited from favourable growing conditions, allowing for even ripening and the development of complex varietal character.
In the glass, the wine presents a medium-bodied and composed profile, offering a layered expression of fruit, oak, and savoury nuance. Blackcurrant and cherry form the core, supported by cedar, spice, and subtle earthy undertones. The inclusion of Shiraz, Merlot, and Petit Verdot alongside Cabernet Sauvignon contributes to both aromatic lift and structural depth. Fine acidity provides freshness and direction, while tannins remain supple yet persistent, framing the wine without dominance. Oak is present but well integrated, adding complexity rather than weight. There is a quiet confidence to the wine, favouring finesse and detail over opulence. With time in the glass, additional notes of anise, florals, and savoury spice emerge, enhancing its complexity. The 2009 Cabernets is both immediately enjoyable and capable of further evolution, reflecting the estate’s enduring philosophy of balance and age-worthiness. It is particularly well suited to roasted meats, game dishes, or classic herb-driven preparations.
