Wines Margaret River Hearts & Bones by Stuart Pym - Angels - 2021

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Hearts & Bones by Stuart Pym, with its 2021 Cuvée Angels, is a red wine from the renowned Margaret River region in Western Australia. This cuvée is a blend, likely comprising classic Bordeaux varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and perhaps Cabernet Franc or Malbec, which are typical of the area’s red wine styles. The 2021 vintage benefited from an optimal growing season, providing expressive fruit while maintaining freshness and balance. Vinified with careful attention, the wine shows precision and poise—expect aromas of ripe dark fruits such as blackcurrant and plum, lifted by subtle floral notes and underpinned by refined oak integration. On the palate, the wine delivers a harmonious structure, silky tannins, and a persistent finish.

Margaret River, located in the far southwestern tip of Australia, is celebrated for its maritime climate, where warm days are tempered by cooling ocean breezes from the Indian and Southern Oceans. This unique location provides ideal ripening conditions, with long, sunny days allowing for optimal grape maturity while preserving acidity and freshness. The soils in this region are typically gravelly loams on a clay subsoil, providing excellent drainage and contributing to the finesse and elegance of the wines. Since the first commercial vineyards were planted in the 1960s, Margaret River has built a stellar reputation, particularly for producing world-class Cabernet blends and complex Chardonnays.

For food pairings, this elegant red blend shines alongside rich and savoury dishes. Pair it with a classic roast lamb with rosemary and garlic, grilled beef ribeye, or a mushroom and lentil cottage pie. For a regional touch, consider serving it with Australian bush spices-rubbed venison or a hearty kangaroo fillet. Cheeses such as aged cheddar or blue also complement the wine’s depth and fruit character well.

For an optimal tasting experience, serve the Hearts & Bones Cuvée Angels 2021 at 16-18°C. Decanting for up to an hour will help the wine open up, revealing more of its aromatic complexity and allowing the tannins to soften beautifully.