{"product_id":"fermoy-wilyabrup-cabernet-merlot-2021-margaret-river","title":"Fermoy Wilyabrup Cabernet Merlot 2021 | Margaret River","description":"\u003cp\u003eFermoy's Wilyabrup Cabernet Merlot is one of Margaret River's most consistent value-for-quality red wines — a blend-driven expression of a subregion that produces some of Australia's finest Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2021 vintage benefits from a cooler growing season that brought heightened aromatics and bright natural acidity to the fruit, resulting in a wine of fine structure, freshness and genuine regional character. Winemaker Jeremy Hodgson has produced a wine that drinks beautifully now and will continue to reward patience over the next five to six years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep crimson-ruby with good depth and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifted and fragrant — the cooler 2021 season is immediately apparent in the aromatics. Cassis and blackcurrant lead, with red cherry, a hint of violets and subtle dried herb character typical of Wilyabrup Cabernet. Fine cedary oak frames without dominating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied with a fresh, lively entry. Blackcurrant and plum fruit is precise and well-defined, the natural acidity of the vintage giving the wine excellent shape and drive. Merlot contributes mid-palate softness, while the 2% Shiraz adds a subtle spice lift. Tannins are fine-grained and well-integrated from 18 months in French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, persistent and savoury — lingering red fruit and cedary oak with a refreshing acidity that leaves the palate ready for the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlend \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 blend is 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 2% Shiraz, sourced from Fermoy's vineyards in Wilyabrup — the heart of the Margaret River appellation and one of the most celebrated Cabernet Sauvignon subregions in Australia. Maturation takes place over 18 months in French oak barriques, with 15% new oak and 85% seasoned — a measured approach that integrates oak character without overwhelming the natural fruit and regional identity of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 vintage in Margaret River was cooler than average, producing fruit with heightened aromatics, bright natural acidity and firm but fine tannin structure — conditions well-suited to the Cabernet-dominant varieties Fermoy works with in Wilyabrup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fermoy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49127349125369,"sku":"9326994000132-2021","price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/fermoy-cabernet-merlot-2021-margaret-river.webp?v=1790051815","url":"https:\/\/winesellersdirect.com.au\/products\/fermoy-wilyabrup-cabernet-merlot-2021-margaret-river","provider":"Wine Sellers Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}