Description
If you’re hunting for a top-tier Margaret River Cabernet blend that won’t break the bank, this is absolutely worth a look. Priced at just $30 and scoring 97 points from Nick Ryan, it’s remarkable value from a region known for its premium wines (often with premium price tags).
Crafted by the dynamic duo Billie and Tyke Wheatley, this biodynamic estate has quietly become one of the stars of Margaret River, blending a focus on sustainable farming with an unmistakable connection to their land.
This wine offers a gorgeous balance of ripe blackcurrant, juicy plum, and subtle cedar, all underpinned by vibrant acidity and finely structured tannins. It’s the kind of Cabernet Merlot that delivers richness and depth without feeling heavy—making it equally suited for pairing with a roast or sipping on its own. The 2022 vintage, with its lower yields and beautiful natural acidity, brings a level of freshness and detail that makes it stand out even in a region renowned for excellence.
What sets Windance apart is Tyke’s dedication to hands-on winemaking, from organic vineyard management to minimal intervention in the winery. This approach lets the fruit from their Yallingup vineyard speak for itself, resulting in wines that are not only delicious but also reflect a real sense of place.
At this price point, the 2022 Windance Cabernet Merlot is a rare find in Margaret River. Whether you’re looking to enjoy it now or stash it away for a few years, it’s a wine that overdelivers on quality and is well worth adding to your collection.
97 points
"There’s a cooling calm, a quiet precision, to this wine. Bay leaf and blackcurrant, a whiff of rubbed lavender and smoking sage. Superfine, high-def tannins taper the wine beautifully, finishing with a dry, willowy grace. At this price, if it had actually won the trophy last year, would be long gone now. Let my error be your benefit."
- Nick Ryan (The Australian)
Customer Reviews
| Price Bracket | $30 or Less |
| Type | Red |
| Sub Type |
Cabernet | Blends |
| Body | Full Bodied |
| Variety | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Margaret River |
| Australian State | WA |
| Feature |
High Score Trophy Winner |
| Reviewed By |
The Weekend Australian |
| Critic Score |
97 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
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