Shingleback 'D Block' Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

From the acclaimed Shingleback estate in McLaren Vale, this limited-release Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon embodies the depth and generosity of South Australia’s Mediterranean terroir. Handcrafted only in exceptional vintages, it delivers an elegant balance of fruit power, structure, and refinement—an impressive choice for cellaring or gifting.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Dense purple-red in hue, the wine opens with fragrant cassis and subtle notes of mint chocolate and olive tapenade. Layers of blackberry and blueberry flow through a medium to full-bodied palate, harmoniously balanced by fine-grained tannins and the gentle integration of French oak, leading to a long, poised finish of dark fruit and spice.

Key Details

• Winery: Shingleback
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Region: McLaren Vale, Australia
• Vintage: 2018
• Alcohol: 14.4%
• Volume: 750ml
• Other: Limited release, matured in fine-grained French oak

Craftsmanship & Story

Founded by brothers Kym and John Davey, Shingleback stands among McLaren Vale’s most respected producers. Rooted in a family farming legacy dating back to 1957, the winery blends tradition with innovation, crafting small parcels of fruit from select estate blocks. The D Block Reserve reflects decades of viticultural expertise and the unique maritime influence of the Gulf St Vincent.

Special Features

Created only in standout vintages, the ‘D Block’ Reserve represents the pinnacle of Shingleback’s Cabernet Sauvignon. Matured in select French oak hogsheads for slow integration and complexity, it combines rich varietal expression with the hallmark harmony and structure that define the estate’s reserve wines.

Recognition & Accolades

• Gold & 95/100 Points – McLaren Vale Wine Show 2020 (2018 Vintage)
• 5 Stars – Winestate Magazine 2020 (2018 Vintage)
• Silver – International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020 (2018 Vintage)
• Silver – Halliday Cabernet Challenge 2019 (2018 Vintage)
• Silver – NZ International Wine Show 2019 (2018 Vintage)
• Silver – Perth Royal Wine Awards 2020 (2018 Vintage)
• Silver – Decanter World Wine Awards 2020 (2018 Vintage)

These accolades affirm the D Block Reserve’s standing as a benchmark McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon, uniting structure, finesse, and expressive regional character.

Food Pairings

Pair this Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon with a pan-seared ribeye, where charred edges and melting fat create perfect harmony with the wine’s richness. Slow-cooked lamb shoulder with rosemary and garlic echoes its subtle herbal depth, while a wild mushroom and truffle risotto offers a luxurious vegetarian match, the earthy umami flavours mirroring its dark, elegant complexity.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

A cellar-worthy expression of South Australian craftsmanship, this Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is ideal for marking milestones or gifting to discerning wine lovers. Presented with understated elegance, it’s a wine to savour now or age gracefully for years to come.

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