2022 Stella Bella Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River

Very good depth of colour and strong purple tints; classic cassisy/blackcurrant cabernet aromas laced with smart oak, nicely trimmed. The wine is elegantly framed and brightly intense, with freshness and fruit-forward styling. Medium-full bodied and beautifully focused, with a certain raciness, good line and length. 07 Jun 2025 Drink 2025–2037

95 points Huon Hooke for The Real Review

Ranked#12 of 90 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon from Margaret River

Cabernet remains the great strength of the Stella Bella portfolio, a wine of easy elegance and class. Comes at you all approachable and generous while retaining a firm structure while leaving something in the tank for later (like the second day after opening).  Delivers an impressive scent in blackberry, black plum and black cherry fruits framed in Aussie bush notes, earth and cedary oak. Runs smoothly, easily across the palate while retaining structure meshing fleshy, dark fruit flavours with attractive herbals, earth, chocolate and baking spices. Tight with a grippy mouthfeel on the finish. Would love a swish or two of air to open up.

94 points Jeni Port for Wine Pilot

Stella Bella Cabernet Sauvignon from Margaret River is a polished and expressive red that captures everything people love about this powerhouse variety in one of Australia’s greatest Cabernet regions. Rich in dark fruit, structured yet supple, and brimming with regional character, it’s a classic style delivered with modern finesse.

The fruit is sourced from premium vineyard sites across southern Margaret River, where cooling breezes from the Indian and Southern Oceans moderate the warm days and help retain natural acidity. The gravelly soils and maritime climate echo Bordeaux in many ways, and Cabernet thrives here—producing wines with ripe fruit, leafy aromatics, and beautifully fine tannins.

Winemaking at Stella Bella focuses on balance and clarity. Fermentation is done in small parcels, with gentle extraction and a tailored oak regime using French barriques (around 30–40% new) to build structure and complexity without overwhelming the purity of the fruit.

In the glass, it opens with aromas of blackcurrant, bay leaf, cedar, and dark chocolate, with subtle notes of violets and graphite. The palate is medium to full bodied, with juicy cassis, earthy undertones, refined tannins, and a long, savoury finish. It’s Cabernet with poise and pedigree, approachable young but built to evolve beautifully over time.

Pair it with rosemary lamb, roast mushrooms, or hard cheeses—it’s a smart buy for anyone chasing Margaret River Cabernet character at an excellent price point.