Wills Domain
About The Wine
2022 Cabernet Sauvignon
The fruit for the Hedonist Shiraz comes from the estate grown Australian certified organic/biodynamic vineyard in the Willunga foothills, as well as from various Australian certified organic and biodynamic vineyards in the Sellicks Foothills, Blewitt Springs and Kangarilla - all from vastly different soil profiles and aspects across the McLaren Vale district.
As you open a bottle of our 2022 Eightfold Cabernet Sauvignon, you're not just indulging in a remarkable wine; you're embracing a commitment to sustainability, a love for nature, and a journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Margaret River. This journey continues as we take you to our estate, nestled on 20 hectares in the picturesque Yallingup, a sub-region of the renowned Margaret River wine region.
Vintage
Summer was dry and warm with warm nights. Conditions for flowering were ideal and remained ideal right through till veraison. Disease pressure was low, and there was plenty of Marri tree flowering to minimize bird damage. 2022 has been an outstanding vintage.
Winemaking
Our Estate grown Eightfold Cabernet grapes were sourced predominantly from our Wills Domain and Yallingup Estate vineyards. Picked in the cool of the morning, gently destemmed and inoculated with a cultured yeast strain and fermented at 24oC-28oC. At dryness the wine was pressed off skins and matured in French oak for nine months in 20% new, 15% one-year-old, and 17% two-year-old barrels, before being bottled in February 2023.
Tasting
Palate - Concentrated, rich, and very complex. This is a stylish wine with a lovely texture and presence. The palate is concentrated with sweet fruit in the mid- palate, finishing with some characteristic Margaret River Cabernet tannins, which are soft, powerful, and lingering.
About The Winery
Nestled amidst the pristine beauty of the Margaret River region, where nature weaves its intricate tapestry of beaches, rivers, and forests, Wills Domain vineyards and winery invites you to discover the essence of sustainability in every sip of our 2022 Eightfold Cabernet Sauvignon. This is not just a wine; it's a testament to our harmonious union with the environment, where we embrace its gifts to craft a truly exquisite wine.
Margaret River, with its stunning landscapes and vibrant ecosystems, provides the perfect backdrop for our sustainable winemaking practices. Here, we believe in working hand in hand with nature, nurturing the land and its resources, and allowing it to shape our wines in every aspect.
Our commitment to sustainability extends far beyond the vineyards, encompassing every facet of our winemaking process.
In the southern hemisphere, our vineyards bask in the sun, planted on northern and Western facing slopes, gently nurtured by the steep undulations of the Gunyulgup creates the perfect cradle (environment) for sustainable practice in wine grapes.
Here, our vineyard bask in the sun on northern- and western-facing slopes, gently caressing the Gunyulgup Valley as it meanders towards the Indian Ocean. The maritime climate, kissed by temperate Indian Ocean breezes, creates the perfect cradle for nurturing wine grapes. Our vineyard was established in 1992, proudly showcase the finesse of artisanal Margaret River wines, ancient soils of the valley.
Leading this journey is our passionate winemaker, Richard Rowe, a man whose devotion to beekeeping, family, and exploration is matched only by his extraordinary 35 years of winemaking expertise. Richard is not just a winemaker; he is a steward of the land and an explorer of terroirs, with an illustrious career spanning the most premium wine regions in Australia and international vintages in France, Germany, and South Africa.
Richard's exceptional expertise has played a pivotal role in elevating Wills Domain to the esteemed status of a 5-star Halliday winery, with our different ranges consistently achieving high rankings.
His dedication to sustainability is evident in every bottle, as he harnesses the natural beauty of Margaret River to create wines that are not just exquisite but also environmentally conscious.