Pig In The House Cabernet Sauvignon 2024: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → Savoury, Herbal & Food-Friendly

A bright, organic Cowra Cabernet from Windowrie’s Pig In The House range, made for drinkers who love Cabernet’s cassis and currant character without heaviness. It brings red and blackcurrants, crushed herbs, dark chocolate, clove spice, caramel and blackberry jam, with older oak adding length and structure. The palate is medium-bodied, dry and savoury, with enough fruit generosity for easy weeknight drinking and enough tannin for the dinner table.

Highlights

• Certified organic and vegan suitable
• Crafted by Pig In The House — Windowrie’s organic Cowra range from the O’Dea family vineyard
• Red and blackcurrants, crushed herbs, dark chocolate, clove, caramel and blackberry jam
• 100% organically certified Cabernet Sauvignon from Central Ranges, New South Wales
• No current critic score or medal found for this release
• 14.0% ABV

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby with bright purple hues, this Cabernet opens with red and blackcurrants, crushed herbs and a darker thread of cassis. The producer notes also show dark chocolate, clove spice, caramel and blackberry jam, giving the wine both fruit brightness and a gentle savoury warmth. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, with fruit-forward Cabernet flavour, older oak support, medium savouriness and a touch of dry tannin on the finish.

Winemaking

The Cabernet Sauvignon was fermented in open fermenters, with the cap hand plunged daily for six days to build colour, fruit expression and gentle structure. It was matured in a combination of three-year-old French oak and four-year-old American oak barrels, then racked every six months before completing 12 months of maturation in stainless steel. Oak is used to support the fruit, not dominate it, keeping the wine energetic and fruit-led.

Vineyard & Vintage

This wine is made from 100% organically certified Cabernet Sauvignon from the Central Ranges of New South Wales, with the Organic Wine product page placing it in Cowra. Cowra’s warm days and cooler nights can give Cabernet ripe currant fruit, herbal lift and medium-bodied shape. The 2024 release is dry, with approximately 2 g/L residual sugar, less than 1 gram of sugar per 100mL and 14.0% alcohol.

Why We Love It

This is Cabernet in a friendly, table-ready style: currant fruit, crushed herbs, a little chocolate and clove, and enough savoury tannin to make food sing. It is certified organic and vegan suitable, but still tastes familiar and easy to enjoy, especially for anyone who wants an everyday red with more integrity behind it.

Food Pairing

With currant fruit, crushed herbs, dark chocolate and savoury tannin, this Cabernet pairs well with lamb, beef, mushrooms, tomato-based sauces and roasted vegetables. It is a good match for dishes with herbs, gentle char and earthy depth.

Try matching this wine with →

• Herb-crusted lamb rack or lamb cutlets — Find a Recipe
• Portobello mushroom burgers with caramelised onion — Find a Recipe
• Beef and red wine pie — Find a Recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

Pour it for lamb cutlets, mushroom burgers, midweek steak, cosy pies or a simple cheese board when you want a dependable organic red that tastes generous without being heavy.

Cellaring

Drink now to 2028 for its currant fruit, crushed herb lift and approachable savoury finish. It has enough structure for short-term cellaring, but the charm is in its youthful fruit and easy table appeal. Store in a cool, dark place away from heat.

Producer

Pig In The House is part of Windowrie, a family-owned Cowra wine producer run by Jason and Rebecca O’Dea. The vineyard was established in the 1990s on land once used by free-range pigs, giving the label its memorable name and linking it closely to the family’s farming story. The vineyards are certified organic, and Halliday notes the O’Deas have taken their farming further with biodynamic preparations and reduced sprays. Their winemaking philosophy is to reflect vineyard, soil and climate with minimal interference, keeping fruit purity central.

Related Wines To Try →

If you enjoy organic Cabernet with currant fruit, savoury herbs and dinner-friendly structure, these are worth trying next:

• Richer organic Cabernet with blackcurrant, chocolate and cedar — Angove Naturalis Organic Cabernet Sauvignon
• Same producer, darker-fruited organic Shiraz with clove and cherry — Pig In The House Shiraz
• Premium Cowra Cabernet with blackberry and dried herbs — Sakura Cabernet Sauvignon

FAQ

What does Pig In The House Cabernet Sauvignon 2024 taste like?

It tastes like a bright, fruit-forward Cabernet with red and blackcurrants, cassis, crushed herbs, dark chocolate, clove and blackberry jam. The palate is medium-bodied and dry, with older oak adding length and a touch of savoury tannin. It is classic enough for Cabernet lovers, but not overly heavy.

Is this Cabernet dry, sweet or full-bodied?

This is a dry red wine, with approximately 2 g/L residual sugar and less than 1 gram of sugar per 100mL. It is medium-bodied rather than full and dense, with fruit sweetness coming from ripe currants rather than sugar. The tannins are present but not aggressive.

Does this wine contain preservatives or sulphites?

This is a certified organic Cabernet, not a No Added Preservative wine. It may contain sulphites, as most wines do, and organic wines are made to lower allowable sulphur limits than conventional wines. It is certified organic and vegan suitable.

How should I serve Pig In The House Cabernet Sauvignon?

Serve at around 16–18°C in a medium to large red wine glass. It does not need a long decant, but 10–15 minutes of air will help the currant, herb and chocolate notes open. A generous glass will show the fruit and savoury oak support best.

What food pairs well with this wine?

It pairs beautifully with lamb cutlets, beef pie, steak, roast vegetables, mushroom burgers and tomato-based pasta. The currant fruit works with richer dishes, while the crushed herb note is excellent with rosemary, thyme and parsley. For a vegetarian match, try portobello mushrooms or lentil cottage pie.

Can this wine be cellared?

Yes, it can be cellared short-term, but it is most appealing while the 2024 fruit is bright and fresh. Drink now to 2028 for the best balance of currant fruit, crushed herbs and savoury tannin. Keep it somewhere cool, dark and stable.

Is Pig In The House Cabernet Sauvignon vegan friendly?

Yes, this wine is vegan suitable. It is also certified organic. It is a good choice for drinkers who want an approachable Cabernet with cleaner farming credentials.

Who will enjoy this Cabernet the most?

This is ideal for drinkers who enjoy Cabernet Sauvignon with blackcurrant, cassis, herbs and a savoury finish, but prefer a medium-bodied style. If you like Australian Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Merlot or organic reds that work with dinner, this is a strong fit. It is softer and more fruit-driven than a very firm, cellar-style Cabernet.

How long will it last after opening?

Once opened, it should drink well for 3–4 days when resealed and stored in the fridge. Let it warm slightly before serving again. The currant fruit will be freshest on the first two nights.

Is this wine keto friendly?

Yes, this is a dry, low-sugar red wine with approximately 2 g/L residual sugar and less than 1 gram of sugar per 100mL. It can suit many keto-conscious drinkers. Alcohol still contributes calories, so enjoy it mindfully as part of your broader plan.

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