PepperGreen Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot

PepperGreen Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2019 from the Southern Highlands is a good, firm cabernet‑led blend with medium body, classic dark‑and‑red berry fruit and dry, balanced tannins – a savoury, age‑worthy cool‑climate red.

In the glass it’s mid‑deep red, with blackcurrant and red‑fruit aromatics, a little leafiness and vanilla from oak, plus subtle sage leaf, wild thyme, nutmeg and cardamom notes adding complexity. The palate delivers proper cabernet structure and flavour: dark and red berries, medium body and balanced dry tannins, finishing with nice length that makes it feel both food‑friendly and built to develop a bit further in bottle.

As an Adelaide‑based sommelier, I’d pour PepperGreen Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2019 with lamb racks, roast beef or herb‑roasted pork, where its berry fruit, herbs and firm tannin grip can work beautifully with protein and fat. It’s also a strong match for hard cheeses and tomato‑based pasta dishes – a cool‑climate cabernet–merlot that sits comfortably in the serious, but still approachable, category.