{"product_id":"twinwoods-optivus-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-2017","title":"Twinwoods Optivus Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2017","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFounded in 2005 by Aldo Bratovic and Gavin Jones, Twinwoods Estate is nestled in the heart of Margaret River’s Wilyabrup sub-region in Western Australia. Building from a boutique family-run vineyard, Twinwoods has quickly earned a reputation for crafting terroir-expressive wines that blend Old World finesse with New World vibrancy. The “Optivus Reserve” is their flagship expression, embodying the estate’s ambition to reflect Margaret River’s maritime elegance and varietal purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Optivus Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by Twinwoods’ estate winemaking team, using grapes solely from their Wilyabrup vineyard. The team emphasizes minimal intervention, combining careful vineyard management with traditional barrel aging. Their philosophy focuses on delivering wines that are structured yet supple, with an emphasis on elegance and regional expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes for Optivus Reserve are grown in Wilyabrup, within the Margaret River region. The climate here benefits from maritime moderation, with cooling sea breezes and stable diurnal shifts encouraging slow ripening. Soils are predominantly gravelly loam over clay, offering excellent drainage and balanced vigor. These conditions yield Cabernet Sauvignon with expressive red and dark fruit, bright acidity, and refined tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHarvested Cabernet Sauvignon undergoes fermentation followed by barrel aging in fine-grained French oak barriques. Aging lasts approximately 18 months, with a focus on developing texture, depth, and complexity without masking varietal character. The restrained oak influence enhances structure and layering, maintaining fruit purity while adding elegance and nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis medium-to-full-bodied Cabernet offers rich berry fruit, complemented by notes of chocolate, walnut, cedar, and subtle oak spice. The texture is creamy with polished, rounded tannins and a flavorful finish. The wine is balanced, complex, and harmonious—showcasing both power and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePair this Cabernet with bold proteins such as grilled lamb, beef stews, roasted game, or aged cheeses. Its structured tannins and layered flavors also complement dishes with earthy components like mushroom risottos or herb-crusted meats, enhancing both savory and umami-driven pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe at approximately 16–18 °C in a medium-large Bordeaux-style red glass. Decanting for 20–30 minutes is recommended to allow aromas to open and tannins to soften, revealing the wine’s depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis wine is suitable for short to medium-term cellaring. Under ideal conditions, it can develop gracefully over 5–7 years, during which fruit layers will integrate with tertiary notes and tannins continue to soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eJames Suckling: 93 points\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922265882838,"sku":null,"price":298.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/TwinwoodsOptivusReserveCabernetSauvignon.png?v=1773667893","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/twinwoods-optivus-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-2017","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}