{"product_id":"cullen-wines-diana-madeline-2015","title":"Cullen Wines Diana Madeline 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiana Madeline from Cullen’s 2015 vintage, a standout year for Margaret River Cabernet.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cullen Wines Diana Madeline 2015 is a Cabernet Sauvignon-led red from the Cullen Vineyard in Margaret River, composed of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 1% Malbec and 1% Cabernet Franc. The 2015 growing season brought good spring rainfall followed by a warm, dry ripening period, resulting in low yields and concentrated fruit. Primary fermentation averaged 12 days, followed by approximately 22 days of skin contact to develop colour, flavour and finely structured tannins. The wine was then matured for 17 months in French oak barriques, with 66% new oak. At 13% alcohol, it retains the medium-bodied elegance and freshness that characterise Diana Madeline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine combines pure red and black fruits with the savoury and mineral complexity associated with Cabernet from Wilyabrup. Redcurrant, blackcurrant, mulberry and black cherry are layered with violet, anise, mocha, cedar, tobacco and subtle leafy notes. The palate is precise and energetic, with clear acidity running through concentrated fruit and finely sculpted tannins. Graphite, ironstone and earthy mineral characters add definition, while the oak provides restrained cedar and spice. Its combination of perfume, freshness, fine tannins and exceptional length gives the wine both immediate refinement and considerable potential for extended cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Perfumed, pure and complex\u003cbr\u003eRedcurrant, blackcurrant, black cherry and mulberry with violet, anise, mocha, cedar, tobacco and subtle leafy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Medium-bodied, precise and finely structured\u003cbr\u003ePure red and black fruits are carried by fresh acidity and sculpted tannins, with graphite, ironstone, cedar, spice and savoury complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Long, elegant and persistent\u003cbr\u003eRedcurrant, dark berries, graphite, cedar and spice linger over fine tannins and a bright, exceptionally persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e“It is inappropriate to use the word elegant in describing the wine, simply because it is on another, higher level. The fragrant bouquet, the silky palate and perfectly shaped tannins of the finish are unique to this wine, which is made with endless care and patience by Vanya Cullen and her team. Why not 99 points? The oak is still a touch obvious.”\u003c\/em\u003e — James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion, 98 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Violet and subtle leafy perfume, pure black and red fruit, baking spices, aniseed and mocha. Medium bodied, the precision here, the generous delivery of flavour trimmed of excess, seems like the work of the truly gifted: how do you make it look so easy? Sculptured tannin, ribbons of clear acidity, and length that soars. Truly, a masterpiece of Australian Cabernet.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Gary Walsh, The Wine Front, 98 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand - Cullen Wines\u003cbr\u003eStyle - Red Wine\u003cbr\u003eVarietal - Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eGrape Blend \/ Cépage - 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 1% Malbec, 1% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003eCountry - Australia\u003cbr\u003eState - Western Australia\u003cbr\u003eRegion - Margaret River\u003cbr\u003eVintage - 2015\u003cbr\u003eABV - 13%\u003cbr\u003eSize - 750ml\u003cbr\u003eCertification - Organic, Biodynamic\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cullen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44338520096855,"sku":"CUL-DIAN-15","price":219.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/828a3775-2948-4e11-992e-39275dd708b9.webp?v=1790310810","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/cullen-wines-diana-madeline-2015","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}