97 Points - James Halliday
Morus is Domaine Naturaliste's finest cuvee of Cabernet Sauvignon and a wine that has established itself among the elite bracket of Australian Cabernet. A single vineyard selection of the prized 'Houghton clone' first planted in 1978, these fully mature and majestic vines are some of the oldest in Margaret River.
Always one of the most popular Margaret River Cabernet releases, the 2018 Domaine Naturaliste Morus Cabernet Sauvignon is another impressive release. A wine of impeccable structure and intensity, this is a must-have addition to the cellar for any lover of premium Margaret River Cabernet.
"97 Points. Matured for 14 months in French oak (57% new). This swings into action from the first whiff, with a cavalcade of dark berry fruits of all persuasions, the precisely delineated palate that follows with cassis, redcurrant, a sombre edge of earth and dried olive, joining mouth-watering tannins. $89. 14% alc. Drink by 2043. Cork"- James Halliday, winecompanion.com.au.
"97 Points. The ‘Morus’ has all the qualities we love in Cabernet Sauvignon; acid structure, assertive tannins and layered fruit. The tannins are fine and graphite-like supporting the ripe cassis black fruit that is concentrated but classy. There is a fine boned oak regime adding layers of finesse and structure to the fruit and acid drive. Tell-tale leafy notes typical of Margaret River add a finishing touch to the bottle age complexity. This is Margaret River Cabernet in all its glory, ready now but will improve over the next 8-10 years. $89. Drink 2021 - 2031"- Annette Lacey MW, winepilot.com