The 2009 Howard Park Abercrombie Cabernet Sauvignon is a flagship Western Australian Cabernet Sauvignon that exemplifies the power, elegance, and longevity for which the region has become internationally renowned. Produced by Howard Park Wines, Abercrombie is the winery's premier Cabernet Sauvignon, crafted only from the finest vineyard parcels across Margaret River and the Great Southern.
Named after the Abercrombie family, whose heritage played an important role in the establishment of Howard Park, this iconic wine represents the pinnacle of the estate's Cabernet Sauvignon program. The exceptional 2009 vintage delivered fruit of outstanding concentration, structure, and balance, producing a wine that has matured beautifully over more than a decade.
Fruit was sourced from carefully selected estate vineyards, combining Margaret River's classic cassis-rich fruit profile with the elegance and structure of Great Southern Cabernet Sauvignon. Following fermentation, the wine was matured in premium French oak barrels, allowing complexity and structure to develop while maintaining varietal purity.
Now entering a superb stage of maturity, the bouquet reveals layers of blackcurrant, cassis, blackberry, and dark plum, intertwined with notes of cedar, cigar box, graphite, tobacco leaf, dried herbs, and dark chocolate. Additional tertiary complexities of leather, forest floor, and savoury spice have emerged with bottle age, adding depth and sophistication.
The palate is full-bodied yet beautifully refined, with concentrated dark fruit supported by silky tannins, vibrant acidity, and exceptional balance. The wine remains remarkably fresh and structured, leading to a long, persistent finish that highlights its pedigree and ageing capability.
Drinking magnificently now, the 2009 Abercrombie Cabernet Sauvignon represents a rare opportunity to experience a mature example of one of Australia's benchmark Cabernet Sauvignons. Well-stored bottles will continue to provide enjoyment for years to come.
Winery: Howard Park Wines
Region: Margaret River & Great Southern, Western Australia
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2009
Style: Full-Bodied & Age-Worthy Red Wine
Closure: Screwcap
Food Pairing: Beef Wellington, dry-aged ribeye, roast lamb, venison, braised beef cheeks, and mature hard cheeses.
