Mulberry richness and violet lift open the palate, threaded with cigar-box mineral energy and sage spice. Wild red fruits unfold into fine-grained tannins that frame blackcurrant and dark chocolate, with cedar and sandalwood adding refinement. Dry, concentrated, and layered—a wine that rewards sitting with.

The Winery — Cullen

One of Western Australia's oldest family estates, Cullen has stewarded quality, integrity and sustainability since 1971. Vanya Cullen, who has led the 48-hectare vineyard since 1993, is a celebrated biodynamic pioneer—recipient of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2023 for her services to viticulture. The 2024 vintage reflects her measured approach: hand-harvested fruit, indigenous yeast fermentation, and eight months in oak (only 23% new) with skin contact between five and eleven days. The result tastes like the place and the fruit, not the technique. Certified biodynamic, carbon neutral, and vegan-friendly, this blend is 85% Cabernet Sauvignon leading, 15% Merlot to round the edges and soften the grip.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

The tannin profile and dark fruit sing alongside roasted lamb, duck confit, or beef with mushroom sauce—any dish with umami-rich cooking will draw out the wine's savoury depth. Serve at 16–18°C, decant for twenty minutes if you have time. Whether you're exploring what Margaret River delivers in cool maritime corners, or discovering how Merlot brings balance and finesse, this vintage is your natural starting point for Sunday lunch or an intimate evening.

Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.