2019 Fraser Gallop Parterre Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml

85/8/5/2% cabernet sauvignon (Houghton clone)/malbec/petit verdot/cabernet franc. Matured for 18 months in French oak. The mention of Houghton clone in Wilyabrup is important, for the particular way that it expresses itself: supple, succulent, red fruited and powerful; it imbues the wines with grace and ease. So too, this release. This has all these attributes, layers of pomegranate, raspberry, red licorice, saltbush, cassis and peppercorn. A beautiful wine, with a proven track record for graceful ageing. This vintage will be no exception.

Vintage: 2019
Region: Margaret River, Western Australia
Drinking Windows: 2023-2038

Reviews and Awards

"Destemmed into closed-top fermenters, then split into three. One batch is pressed off skins early to complete fermentation in oak, another pressed off just after fermentation, the third left on skins for 40 days post-ferment. The bouquet is perfumed with red flowers and cassis, the finish long and elegant." 

-James Halliday Wine Companion, 96 Pts

"Aromas of redcurrants, red cherries, rosehip, nutmeg and paprika. Medium- to full-bodied with slightly chewy tannins. Bright and fresh on the palate with lovely herbal character. Black tea and tobacco, too. Lovely structure. 85% cabernet sauvignon, 8% malbec, 5% petit verdot and 2% cabernet franc. Best after 2024. Screw cap." 

- James Suckling