Wirra Wirra
Church Block
McLaren Vale
2024
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, September 2026
Too Young: holding until the full drinking arc opens in 2027.
Begin opening this bottle in 2027; its peak window runs from 2029 through 2038.
The ‘24 Church Block.
Wirra Wirra Church Block 2024 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from McLaren Vale, Australia.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Wirra Wirra's 2024 Church Block should bring blackcurrant, plum and cedar, with a hint of dried herbs. McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon is expected to feel broad and generous, the ripe fruit supported by firm tannins and bright acidity. The forecast opening is 2027, peak maturity runs from 2029 to 2038, and the horizon extends to 2043. Dark fruit and spice should persist, ending with a savory, dry impression.
The 2024 vintage
Wirra Wirra's 2024 Church Block is a Cabernet Sauvignon from McLaren Vale, Australia.
About Wirra Wirra
Wirra Wirra's Church Block is a Cabernet Sauvignon from McLaren Vale, Australia.
From the cellar: pair with
Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised lamb shanks with truffle polenta
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged venison with quince glaze
The pairing leaves room for the wine's moderate tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Wirra Wirra Church Block 2024?
Wirra Wirra Church Block 2024 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from McLaren Vale, Australia.
When should Wirra Wirra Church Block 2024 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2027-2043. Within that arc, the peak window is 2029-2038. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Wirra Wirra Church Block 2024?
Pair this wine with Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter; Braised lamb shanks with truffle polenta; or Aged venison with quince glaze.