Proprietors and winemakers, Clare and Keith Mugford, have established an internationally recognised Margaret River landmark, with a focus on Cabernet Sauvignon. Being part of the Langton’s ‘Exceptional’ ranking since 1991 and other internationally respected wine awards, the couple has also proven that other Moss Wood wines, like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Semillons, showcase exceptional quality and longevity.
Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
91% cabernet sauvignon, and 3% each of cabernet franc, merlot and malbec, 28 months in French barriques. The texture and structure are such that the drink-to dates have little meaning. Flavours of olive tapenade, crushed bay leaves and blackcurrant fruits, oak and tannin beholders rather than participants. 14% alc, screwcap, drink to 2044
Rating: 96 Points
Source: James Halliday, The Weekend Australian Magazine
Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon with 3% each of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec. Cabernet Sauvignon varietal character shines through with cassis, black berry and cedar with a touch of mint and a hint of wood smoke. A tight, elegant wine, which promises to reveal even greater complexity with bottle age. Drink 2021-2039
Rating: 95 Points
Source: Bob Campbell, The Real Review
Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Medium deep crimson. Fresh blackcurrant, dark plum aromas with marzipan, herb garden violet notes. Inky deep with juicy blackcurrant, plum, mulberry fruits, fine slinky textures and underlying roasted chestnut, roasted almond notes. Finishes al dente firm with lovely mineral length. Give it another year of bottle age before drinking. A dark horse vintage with lovely transparency and plenty of cellaring potential. Drink 2023 – 2035 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc, 3% Merlot & 3% Malbec.
Rating: 94 Points
Source: Andrew Caillard MW, The Vintage Journal
Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Nutty, a little honey perfume, red and black fruit, cedar and lemon zest. Medium-bodied, distinct hazelnut and honey thing happening here, and cedar oak, crisp acidity, seaweed and red and black fruit, light grip of furry tannin, mushroom/umami flavours too, and a toasted nut and red fruit finish of good length. Nice wine. Better with a few more years in bottle.
Rating: 91 Points
Source: Gary Walsh, The Wine front
