Howard Park, Great Southern (Western Australia, Australia) Cabernet Sauvignon Scotsdale Vineyard 2005

($25, Bluewater Wine Company): Similar to Howard Park’s Scottsdale Shiraz, this Cabernet focuses on the ripe fruit character of Cabernet–ripe plum and blackberry–as opposed to the its savory side.  Its velvety, plush texture makes it very appealing now. 88 Michael Apstein Jul 15, 2008