2023 Wantirna Estate Amelia Cabernet Merlot | Yarra Valley Premium Red Blend

A beautifully refined Cabernet Merlot — elegant, layered and impeccably structured, showcasing the finesse and longevity that make Wantirna Estate one of the Yarra Valley’s great producers

97 Points – Halliday Wine Companion | 97 Points – The Weekend Australian | 96 Points – The Wine Front | 96 Points – The Wine Advocate

Yarra Valley, Vic
$112 a bottle

Elegant • Complex • Benchmark Yarra Valley Cabernet Blend

A beautifully refined Cabernet Merlot — elegant, layered and impeccably structured, showcasing the finesse and longevity that make Wantirna Estate one of the Yarra Valley’s great producers.

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Deep ruby with a vibrant edge — polished, refined and inviting.

Aroma:
• blackcurrant and cassis
• dark cherry and plum
• cedar, graphite and tobacco
• dried herbs, florals and subtle spice

Palate:
• layered dark fruit
• cassis, blackberry and plum
• fine, silky tannins
• savoury cedar and graphite complexity
• fresh acidity providing balance and precision

Finish:
Long, elegant and structured with lingering dark fruit, spice and ultra-fine tannins.

Critical Acclaim

• 97pts – Halliday Wine Companion
• 97pts – The Weekend Australian
• 96pts – The Wine Front
• 96pts – The Wine Advocate

About the Wine

Wantirna Estate is one of the Yarra Valley’s benchmark producers, renowned for crafting elegant, age-worthy Cabernet blends.

The Amelia Cabernet Merlot represents:
• top vineyard selection
• classic Bordeaux inspiration
• refined structure and balance
• exceptional ageing potential

Food Pairings

• Roast lamb
• Grilled steak
• Game meats
• Hard cheeses

Why We Love It

A benchmark Yarra Valley Cabernet blend — elegant, complex and beautifully composed.

At $112, it delivers elite pedigree, exceptional reviews and serious cellaring potential.