94pts James Suckling

A perfumed nose of spiced cherry, sliced plum, cardamom, clove and suède. Medium-to full-bodied with silky tannins. Concentrated but not overdone, with an array of nicely ripened red fruit and berries washing over the palate. Subtle length here with the fruit lingering on the palate for a long time. Lovely spicy complexity. Drink or hold.

Winemaker Notes

A wine of noble character, created by blending estate-grown Bordeaux varietals, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot, Octagon’s great prestige rests further on its being created only in fine vintages, and with the most astute selection from the harvest. This is the highest expression of our estate’s European derivation and inspiration, crafted to be a wine of distinctive character and age worthiness in every incarnation.