Gralyn Estate Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 [JH 94]

James Halliday 94 points.

Very good colour; classic cassis and blackcurrant varietal character; medium to full-bodied; balanced, persistent but fine tannins. Good oak. High quality cork. 94 points.

James Halliday

Published 18 June 2021.

Selected from the illustrious vineyards of Western Australia, Gralyn Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 is a venerable testament to old-world winemaking. Meticulously crafted in the Margaret River region, renowned for its distinctive terroir and maritime climate, this vintage showcases the enduring sophistication of Gralyn Estate, a boutique cellar established in 1975. As one of the pioneering wineries in the region, Gralyn prides itself on traditional methodologies, allowing for the expressive character of the Cabernet Sauvignon to unfurl naturally.

The Gralyn Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 greets the nose with an aromatic bouquet of dark fruits, lending hints of cassis and mulberry underpinned by notes of tobacco and spice. After a year of French oak maturation, this full-bodied red mesmerises the palate with a perfect balance of tannins and acids, promising a glorious ageing potential. Imbued with velvety textures and a lengthy finish, the Gralyn Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 exemplifies riveting complexity and uncompromising quality.