2025 Cabernet Sauvignon

$80.00

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Vintage Notes

Vintage 2025 at Cullen began in early February after a warm, dry growing season capped off by unusually warm conditions in May 2024 that triggered a rare “double budburst” in the Chardonnay– some shoots tried to wake up before winter, then again after, naturally reducing fruitfulness and leaving us with tiny crops and beautifully concentrated fruit. The was some bird pressure early, but the blossom came through halfway, and the birds seemed to disappear overnight.

The result is a set of whites with lifted perfume, texture and depth, slightly softer natural acidity than 2024 making them delicious even in their youth, and a Kevin John Chardonnay that looks especially powerful and refined.

There was no pause before the reds rolled in, and the long, even ripening delivered another brilliant season for Cabernet: dense, savoury and classically structured. Across the board, 2025 trades the sheer heat and power of 2024 for classical perfume and balance. These wines will drink beautifully now and evolve gracefully in the cellar.
Tasting Notes

A generous wet winter replenished the soils before a mild, dry growing season provided ideal conditions for slow and even ripening. Warm days, cool nights and the cooling influence of the Indian Ocean allowed Cabernet Sauvignon to develop with exceptional balance, retaining freshness while achieving excellent flavour concentration and tannin maturity. The result is a wine of purity, structure and poise that reflects the quality of this outstanding vintage.


The Cabernet Sauvignon grows in the ironstone-rich soils that define its character. Savoury, rich, and elegant, this wine is a true reflection of Wilyabrup’s unique terroir, shaped by the earth, nurtured by careful hands, and blessed by the sky.
Provenance

The Vineyard: 100% Cullen Vineyard

The Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Technical Details

Harvest: Picked on various Flower and Fruit Days, commencing 01/03 through to 08/03

Oak: 12 Months in 36% French New Oak barriques.

Alcohol: 13%
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