Global Wine & Spirits Awards (GWA)
- Wine
- GHAMMER Classic Collection Cabernet Sauvignon
- Wine vintage
- 2022
- Award year
- 2024
- Award
- GWA 95 PTS; medal level: Silver Medal
- Score
- 95 Points
GHAMMER Classic Collection
GHAMMER Classic Collection Cabernet Sauvignon
GHAMMER Classic Collection Cabernet Sauvignon is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from South Australia. The supplied product information specifies A-grade fruit from vines over 30 years old and 6–8 months in French oak. The wine is ruby red, with vanilla, oak, blueberry, pepper, herbal and cedar notes, a full body and balanced tannins. Supplied records list 95-point results from GWA and IWTA. It is positioned for everyday drinking, mid-to-premium dining, gifting and step-up personal drinking.
- Brand
- GHAMMER
- Collection
- GHAMMER Classic Collection
- Type
- Dry Red Wine
- Volume
- 750ml
- Alcohol
- 14.5%vol
- Country
- Australia
- Region
- South Australia, Australia
- Grape variety
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Blend
- 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vine age
- 30+ years
Winery / Producer
- Winery
- GHAMMER Wine Estate
- Location
- South Australia
- Producer
- GHAMMER WINE ESTATE PTY LTD
- Bottled by / Produced by
- Produced by GHAMMER WINE ESTATE PTY LTD
- Producer address
- Unit 3, 206 Greenhill Road, Eastwood SA 5063, Australia
- Winery website
- https://www.ghammerwinery.com/
Winemaking
- Harvest
- Hand-picked
- Fermentation
- Traditional, natural winemaking with basket pressing, wild yeast and malolactic fermentation, with reduced intervention.
- Oak
- French oak
- Oak ageing
- 6–8 months
- Additional winemaking information
- Selected A-grade grapes from vines over 30 years old in South Australian winery vineyards.
Tasting Profile
- Aroma
- Ruby-red in appearance, with vanilla, oak, blueberry and a light pepper note.
- Palate
- Cabernet brings herbal and cedar notes with restrained tannins, a full body and balanced acidity.
- Body
- Full-bodied.
- Tannin / Acidity
- Balanced tannins with a long finish and a gently sweet impression on the aftertaste.
- Serving temperature
- 16—18°C
- Decanting
- Rest for 15–30 minutes after opening; adjust according to the wine’s condition.
- Food pairing
- Pasta, beef, lamb, barbecue, red meats and dishes with mild spice.
Awards & Scores
Award examples are supplied for the listed wines and do not represent every award for the range.
International Wine Tasting Awards (IWTA)
- Wine
- GHAMMER Classic Collection Cabernet Sauvignon
- Wine vintage
- 2022
- Award
- International Terroir Wine Awards · A
- Score
- 95 Points
Sales Markets
- Confirmed sales countries
- China; Australia
- Key markets
- China market; Australia market
- On sale in Australia
- Yes
- On sale in China
- Yes
- Main channels
- JD.com in China; Dan Murphy’s, Liquorland and Rocks Portland in Australia; other authorised distributors.
Brand Relationship
- Australian brand entity
- GHAMMER WINE ESTATE PTY LTD
- ACN
- 607 093 701
- ABN
- 37 607 093 701
- Relationship to GHAMMER
- GHAMMER Classic Collectioncore product
- Mainland China operator
- 上海金锤万两品牌管理有限公司
- Importer
- 上海金锤万两品牌管理有限公司
- Importer address
- 上海市嘉定区鹤望路 601 号 2 层 212-16 室
- Overseas manufacturer registration
- CAUS23012406070506
Consumer FAQs
Who is this wine suitable for, and is it suitable for beginners?
This wine suits drinkers who enjoy ripe fruit, a full body and a typical South Australian Cabernet style. It is dry rather than sweet, with relatively supple tannins and direct fruit, and can work as a step-up Cabernet for newer wine drinkers.
Is this wine worth buying? How is the value, and is it better for personal drinking or gifting?
The supplied notes cite 100% South Australian Cabernet Sauvignon, vines over 30 years old, 6–8 months in French oak and 95-point records from GWA and IWTA. It is positioned for everyday drinking, entertaining and gifting.
What does this wine taste like? Is it sweet, acidic or tannic, and is it easy to drink?
It is a dry red and not sweet. Vanilla, oak and blueberry are joined by pepper, herbal and cedar notes. The body is full, acidity is balanced and the tannins are restrained. Brief decanting or pairing with red meat can make it feel smoother.