Brands and Brands Laira are both McWilliams brands and as far as I can work out the Laira comes from the vineyard of the same name. I get a bit confused with all these Brands.

Aromas of mulberry, blackberry, aniseed, coconut and wood and some weedy (although not unpleasant) characters. On the palate medium to full bodied with good sweet crunchy blackberry and red fruit, mint and cedary oak. Quite firm tannins and a good finish. A bit strict but a pretty nice example of classically styled Coonawarra Cabernet.

Rated : 90 Points
Tasted : Dec07
Alcohol : 14%
Closure : Cork
Drink : 2008 - 2014