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Coonawarra 1980 Cabernet Sauvignon

Source-supported draft: Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 1980 is Very Good but uneven, with excellent raw conditions partly undermined by period winemaking and vineyard practice. Prioritise St Hugo, Wynns-era benchmarks and pristine storage.

87 - Very Good
Score87
ConfidenceHigh
MaturityMature
Window1988-2009

Vivintage verdict

Very Good

Source-supported draft: Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 1980 is Very Good but uneven, with excellent raw conditions partly undermined by period winemaking and vineyard practice. Prioritise St Hugo, Wynns-era benchmarks and pristine storage.

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