Margaret River Museum Release Cabernet Merlot 2016

About the Wine:

This magnificent Margaret River Museum Release Cabernet Merlot 2016 is a fine-tuned blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (98%), Merlot (2%). The palate is rich and powerful showing generous mulberry and dark chocolate flavours. A soft and supple backbone of tannin gives this Cabernet a long and precise evolution through the palate. It received an amazing 90 Point score from James Halliday.

About the Producer

The winery that produces this wine is one of Margaret River’s largest wineries only 25 minutes north of the township in the Wilyabrup sub-region.

Established in 2000 their wines reflect the quality of the fruit grown on the vineyard. The site favours low yields, intense flavours and bold structure. Winemaking is left to wild yeast cultures and minimal intervention. The winery is a forward-thinking and is fully committed to investing in the latest production and software management assets.

Their philosophy is to capture the quality of fruit produced in the vineyard to create an outstanding range of wines showing intensity and freshness, embracing the best of the Margaret River region.

This philosophy has remained true with fantastic results in wine shows and press reviews throughout the years, particularly with the reds. Accolades include multiple trophies, golds, silvers and countless bronze medals. The full range consists of 12 wines with an indicative retail price range of $18 to $95.

Comments from Wine Buyer Steve:

Wow!!! I could not believe our luck when we were offered a very small parcel of this outstanding Margaret River Museum Release Cabernet Merlot 2016.  What a smooth and unique expression of the famous blend, our Cabernet Merlot will suit both casual and formal dining and for sure all the Margaret River Cab Merlot lovers!

Be quick it will be all gone super quick so secure some.

My Score 97/100 WACC Trophy.

What is Cabernet Merlot   

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are amongst the most popular red wine varieties in Australia and throughout the world. When blended together, they form a classic combination that is identified by breeding and distinction. According to a leading wine producer, the ideal blend of Cabernet Merlot is about 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot.

The blend is identified by a deep black colour and a bouquet that resembles a touch of soft chocolate, dark plum and violets. Among wine aficionados, it is one of the classic varietal combinations in the world of wine.