Cabernet blends are plentiful in Australia, with cabernet malbec and cabernet shiraz styles featuring frequently below. Although these two blends are primary focuses in Australia, other types – especially cabernet merlot – occupy this year's list from various regions.
James Halliday on the 2020 Cabernet and family Varietal Winners
“How extraordinary, this small group of wines comes from 10 different regions.”
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