# Vineyard Series Cabernet Sauvignon (2023)

- **Producer:** James Busby
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Region:** Western Australia, Australia
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, blackberry, herbaceous, mint, black pepper, vanilla, cloves, cedar, toast

## About this wine

The Vineyard Series by James Busby highlights the distinct regional typicity of Australia's premier wine regions. This release sources Cabernet Sauvignon from the prestigious Margaret River GI in Western Australia, a region globally renowned for its maritime climate and exceptional Bordeaux-style reds. Named after James Busby, widely regarded as the father of Australian viticulture, this series aims to deliver classic regional expressions with modern purity and structure.

## Interesting facts

- Named after James Busby, who brought the first collection of Spanish and French vine cuttings to Australia in 1831.
- Margaret River's maritime climate is heavily influenced by the Indian and Southern Oceans, perfect for Cabernet Sauvignon.
- The Vineyard Series focuses on showcasing regional typicity, matching specific grape varieties to their ideal Australian terroirs.

## Food pairing

The high tannin structure and vibrant acidity of Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon make it an exceptional partner for rich, protein-heavy dishes. The proteins in red meat bind with the wine's tannins, softening the mouthfeel and highlighting the dark fruit flavors, while the wine's acidity cuts through rich fats.

## Wine making process

The grapes are harvested from premium vineyard sites across Margaret River. Upon arrival at the winery, the fruit is destemmed and gently crushed. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel vessels to preserve the vibrant primary fruit characteristics. The wine is then aged in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless steel to integrate structure and add subtle spice complexity before final blending and bottling.