Margaret River | Australia

Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon GI Wine Guide

Perfumed Cabernet with fine tannins and fresh, concentrated fruit

Cabernet SauvignonServe 16–18°CAge Fine examples are suited to long-term cellaring

Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon wine colour in the glass — Typical colourMedium ruby

Overview

Margaret River Cabernet combines aromatic dark fruit with fine tannins. It may include small amounts of other Bordeaux varieties; the most structured examples develop well in bottle.

In The Glass

Colour: Medium ruby
Nose: Blackcurrant, Redcurrant, Cedar and Bay leaf.
Palate: Perfumed Cabernet with fine tannins and fresh, concentrated fruit. Generally medium-bodied, crisp acidity, firm tannins, dry, with a long finish.

Tasting Profile

Body Medium3/5

Tannins Firm4/5

Acidity Crisp4/5

Sweetness Bone Dry1/5

Alcohol Medium3/5

Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon

Aromas And Notes

BlackcurrantRedcurrantCedarBay leaf

Terroir

Maritime conditions moderated by the Indian and Southern Oceans.

Food Pairings

Herb-crusted lambBeef short ribsMushroom WellingtonAged cheddar