2022 Cullen Vanya 'Fruit Day' Cabernet Sauvignon

Ray Jordan’s Best Cabernet Sauvignon of the Year
(2025 WA Wine Review)

99 Points - Ray Jordan
A wine that brings the biodynamic vineyard and winemaking commitment at Cullen into a remarkable expression of pure Margaret River cabernet sauvignon. These vines are now more than 50 years old and are contributing to wines that are bright and high fidelity. After fermentation in 300l terracotta amphorae the wine gets a further 7 months new oak maturation.

Bright aromas of chocolate and blackcurrant with a leafy minerally oyster shell overlay. The palate strikes a seamless intricate balance with fine minerally tannins treading through a complex weave of tobacco leaf and ironstone with a subtle bay leaf addition over the dark fruits. It’s up there with any previous releases.

Ranked #1 of 80
2022 Cabernet Sauvignons from Margaret River
98 Points, Huon Hooke, The Real Review
Deep, bright purple-red colour; blackberry, violets, great intensity of aroma and flavour, the palate fine and elegant, with a very firm tannin grip balanced by terrific fruit concentration, and the harmony is impeccable. The evenness of the palate flow is a highlight. Outstanding cabernet. 

98 Points Erin Larkin, Halliday Wine Companion
The 2022 Vanya Cabernet Sauvignon spent 46 days on the skins in amphora, prior to be matured in new puncheons for seven months. This is a magnificent wine, one of impact and grace. The wine shows a chalkiness and persistence that almost defies belief. The fruit is elegant and red and supple, and the wine exudes a freshness that makes me want to drink it. It’s a beautiful wine. Sadly, only 576 bottles were filled.