TASTING NOTES FOR Cullen Diana Madeline Margaret River 2021

🍷 Appearance
Deep garnet with a rich mulberry core and a vibrant purple rim. Dense and powerful in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Highly complex and perfumed, with cherries, plum and blackcurrant layered over cedar, dark chocolate and ironstone. Floral notes of rose and violet lift the bouquet, with hints of tobacco, spice and dried herbs adding depth.

👅 Palate
Profound and structured, delivering dark plum, cassis and cherry with layers of chocolate, cedar and spice. The fruit is intense yet controlled, supported by vibrant acidity and beautifully integrated oak. Fine tannins wrap the palate, giving power, precision and remarkable balance.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky yet powerful, with ultra-fine, chalky tannins providing structure. The finish is exceptionally long and layered, with lingering dark fruit, florals, spice and a savoury mineral edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A benchmark Margaret River Cabernet blend—elegant, complex and built for longevity. Biodynamically grown and meticulously crafted, this is a wine of precision, power and finesse, with the ability to cellar for decades.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with premium beef, roast lamb, venison or slow-cooked dishes. Also exceptional with aged cheeses and rich, savoury plates.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A truly world-class Australian red—layered, powerful and incredibly refined.
A must-have for premium mixed dozens, or ideal as a straight dozen for cellaring and special occasions.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷