2004 MadFish Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot, Western Australia

Tasting Notes:

Open with Earthy,woody smell, come along with Aroma of Rich Fruit, and then a bit of tobacco, Medium Bodied Red, Sweet Character from Merlot, On Palate, Fruity taste of Sweet Dark fruits like Cherry, Plums, Blackberries, good length of flavor, smooth down afterward, A bit of acidic, overall Good Balance on acid and fruits, at least Half Hour decant time Recommended

Food: Good to have sweet dishes or desserts with it

Price: A$18 (A$12.5 when Discount)

Rating: 88 points

2006 Tulloch Cabernet Sauvignon, Hunter Valley, Eastern Australia

Tasting Notes:

Relatively lighter fruit smell, Light to Medium Bodied Red, a bit of oak nose, start with dark fruit, blackcurrant, plum and fair lasting in mouth. When my flatmate open it last time, I said it is like a shy and skinny little girl. I would like to use the same words. However, I think it would give a bit more taste if it is given longer breathing time. In order to remove the alcoholic smell and taste the real side, I recommend to pour it into a decanter, if you have, and wait for at least half an hour.

Food: Light pasta dishes and sweet / soy sauce based Chinese food would be good with it

Price: A$15

Rating: 82 points