Woodlands Wines Emily Cabernet Franc Merlot

Woodlands Wines ‘Emily’ Cabernet Franc Merlot 2023 is a fragrant, savoury Margaret River red, combining dark fruit with floral lift and cedary oak. From the Woodlands Brook Vineyard, it balances an elegant frame with firm tannins, offering a structured expression that will benefit from time to soften and develop.

Floral aromas introduce a core of dark berries, spice and cedar. The palate is restrained rather than overtly plush, with savoury detail giving the fruit definition. Firm tannins shape the finish, making this a wine whose appeal lies in its balance of fragrance, freshness of expression and underlying structure.

Suggested pairings include roast lamb with rosemary, grilled duck breast or mushroom and lentil ragù. These savoury dishes would complement the wine’s dark fruit and cedar notes while providing a generous counterpoint to its youthful tannins. For immediate enjoyment, give it time in a decanter before serving.