Blackwater Takes Home International Judge’s Trophy at Margaret River Wine Show

We’re excited to share that our 2025 Blackwater Cabernet Malbec Petit Verdot has been awarded the International Judge’s Trophy at the Margaret River Wine Show, alongside the only Gold medal in its class.

Personally selected by visiting international judge Corinne Mui, the trophy recognises the wine she believes best represents a Margaret River fine wine. Judges also praised its freshness, structure and presence, making this a particularly special result for our team.

Part of our Project Collection, Blackwater is a single-vineyard wine, grown and made on our Wilyabrup estate. It’s already a favourite among our members and Cellar Door visitors, so it’s wonderful to see a wine so close to home receive this level of recognition.

As Senior Winemaker Jeremy (Jez) Hodgson explains, the secret lies in the harmony of the blend. Cabernet provides the form and structure, Malbec brings plushness and generosity, while Petit Verdot adds depth and complexity. Together, each variety plays its part in creating a wine that is greater than the sum of its parts.

A fantastic achievement for our winemaking team and a result we're incredibly proud of.