The vineyards in the northern part of Margaret River delivered the best intense and ripe Cabernet Sauvignon, making up the major parcel of the wine. At the Willyabrup original vineyard site, the Cabernet Sauvignon showed more leafiness and mint characteristics. A small portion of Merlot and Malbec were blended in increased volumes to soften the palate, delivering a wine with generous cassis and berry fruit flavours.
VINTAGE DESCRIPTION
2002 was our coolest vintage since 1993, resulting in most varieties being picked approximately 3 weeks later than normal