{"title":"Cabernet Sauvignon Red Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eCabernet Sauvignon is known for its bold and structured flavours, often featuring notes of blackcurrant, plum, and cedar. Originating from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/french-red-wines\" title=\"French Red Wines\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/french-red-wines\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/a\u003e, Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most widely planted and popular grape varieties in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePopular Regions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/mclaren-vale-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/mclaren-vale-cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/coonawarra-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/coonawarra-cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoonawarra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/clare-valley-cabernet\" title=\"Clare Valley Cabernet\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/clare-valley-cabernet\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClare Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/yarra-valley-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"Yarra Valley Cabernet Sauvignon\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/yarra-valley-cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarra Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/bordeaux-red-wines\" title=\"Bordeaux Red Wines\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/bordeaux-red-wines\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePopular Brands:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/bests-great-western\" title=\"Best's Great Western\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest's Great Western\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/bleasdale\" title=\"Bleasdale\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBleasdale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/rob-hall-wines\" title=\"Rob Hall Wines\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eRob Hall Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/yeringberg\" title=\"Yeringberg\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYerringberg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/te-mata\" title=\"Te Mata\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTe Mata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/nocturne\" title=\"Nocturne\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNocturne\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2016-mount-mary-quintet","title":"2016 Mount Mary Quintet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Mount Mary Quintet is one of the jewels of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of the five Bordeaux varieties, planted side-by-side on one of the Yarra's most revered sites. This personifies the medium-bodied, regal style of Cabernet blends from this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 vintage was warmer than average, the fruit getting to perfect ripeness and beautifully guided to bottle by young family winemaker Sam Middleton. All the ducks in a row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thing of beauty. A thing of class. A wine for the cellar to be marvelled at for decades to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Delightful flavour of small red (mainly) and black berries, deft and precise, with a finish that's long and crisp, which leaves no doubt about the quality of this wine. Line and length. Fragrance and poise. Subtle, yet thoroughly persuasive. Gentle rasp of tannin cleans the mouth. It's a rare bird, this Cabernet.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The ultimate Bordeaux blend, both in theory and reality. Almost butterfly wing transparency, yet compelling intensity and length, the flavours spanning cassis to blueberry to plum and blackcurrant, all with a textured backing.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Mount Mary 'One Little Hill'\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0brDAeIfm1k\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mount Mary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14551523229739,"sku":"2016 Mount Mary Quintet","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MountMaryQuintet_fd6117a8-a044-4c3f-ae16-ba7ccbf3e0b2.webp?v=1760921285"},{"product_id":"kick-ass-cabernet-pack","title":"Cabernet \u0026 Mates Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eSix kick-ass members of Cabernet’s extended family for all over the country that prove that Cabernet can still be cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bloody Hill Villages Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Dalla Mia Finestra Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2020 Blue Poles Allouran Merlot Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Nocturne SR Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Renzaglia Cabernets di Renzo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Murdoch Hill Vis-a-Vis Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bloody Hill Villages Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully fresh and supple Cabernet from Timo's son Rivar, and wonderful value again in the Bloody Hill Villages range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade at the family winery the fruit is sourced from the Coldstream sub-region. Hand-picked, wild fermented and matured in old oak for just six months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery pure fruited, with blackcurrant leaf and cassis dominating. Gracefully mid-weight with real palate lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCracking Cabernet for early drinking..(maybe not early morning though).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"If you could grow cabernet in Beaujolais, this is what it would smell like. Fragrant with ripe raspberries, blackcurrant pastilles and spices. Juicy on the palate, with light, grippy tannins making this a delicious wine to drink, ever so slightly chilled, on a warm night with food.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The more I tasted, the more I liked and then loved. Ripper drinking. One of those ‘wow wines’ for the bucks.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bloody-hill-villages-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2023 Bloody Hill Villages Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Dalla Mia Finestra Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is something of a golden patch for Cabernet in the Lower Yarra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the likes of Mount Mary and Yeringberg have forged their reputations for producing some of the country's finest Cabernets and Cabernet blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the bottom of the Yeringberg slope, a stone's throw from that legendary vineyard, sits the little family property of Bruce Lang. He's a man who quietly tends his grapes, Cabernet mainly, but with patches of Malbec, Shiraz and Pinot Noir in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe makes his wine with a hodgepodge of equipment, everything done by hand. The wines he makes, without fanfare, seriously over deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet is smoking value if you love the mid-weight Claret styles the Yarra has become adored for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The first Finestra cab to include 5% of merlot\/malbec\/cabernet franc. A very bright crimson red. A perfumed and youthful bouquet of dark cherries, blackcurrant, damson plums and violets. Gently leafy and equally good on the medium-bodied palate, which is juicy, yet compact with fine grained, persistent tannins rounding out a lovely wine. It's not the first Finestra wine I've tasted recently that has over delivered at this modest pricepoint, either.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Red and black fruits, baking spice, plenty of perfume, violet and pencils, and gee it’s a beautiful smelling wine, and there’s a slight varietal roast red capsicum\/pimento thing that adds rather than detracts. It’s medium-bodied, plenty of fleshy tannin grip, acidity is bright and crisp, and the finish is long and gently chewy, with tobacco and floral perfume trailing. Essence of YV Cabernet. It’s such a strong release, and best since the 2017. I’m thinking either 94 or 95 points, though the longer I spend time with it, the more it pushes me towards the higher score. Incredible value for a wine of this class and provenance too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-dalla-mia-finestra-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2021 Dalla Mia Finestra Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2020 Blue Poles Allouran Merlot Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you think of Blue Poles you think of the Allouran, and this is a top shelf release of this much-loved wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classic blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc is one song in this release - the latter adding structure and perfume to the plump, juicy goodness of Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside some of its more ambitiously priced Margaret River counterparts, the Allouran is phenomenal value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine sells out quicker and quicker each year. Act quickly if you want some for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2020-blue-poles-allouran-merlot-cabernet-franc\" title=\"2020 Blue Poles Allouran Merlot Cabernet Franc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Nocturne SR Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR Cabernets is a welcome addition to the Nocturne family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's made as a fleshier, more slurpable style of Margaret River Cabernet blend, built for drinking while you wait for the excellent Nocturne Single Vineyard Cabernet to mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from Yallingup, the Margaret River sub-region that Julian Langworthy believes makes some of the best Cabernet blends in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet component comes from their beloved Sheoak vineyard (the source of their SV Cabernet) and it's blended with small portions of Merlot and Malbec from the neighbouring vineyard farmed by the Simpsons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a top-value Cabernet blend from this dynamic label. Easy drinking at a great price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s a wine of interest and impact, and mainly, I just enjoy that it’s a pretty serious Cabernet for not a lot of money.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-nocturne-sr-cabernets\" title=\"2022 Nocturne SR Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Renzaglia Cabernets di Renzo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet di Renzo is an early-drinking Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from Orange, Bathurst, and O’Connell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePredominantly Cabernet Franc from the Boreelane vineyard, owned by Phillip Shaw, fermented with a small portion of whole bunches and held on skins for about a month before aging in old oak. The Cabernet component comes from Canobolas Wines and Merlot from the Carillion Vineyard, co-fermented with Cabernet Sauvignon from Gordon Hills, managed by Gilbert Family Wines and Nick Lander.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdding depth to the blend are Cabernet and Merlot from Bella Luna, fermented as whole berries and aged in old oak. This meticulous crafting process highlights the essence of each vineyard, resulting in a harmonious and expressive wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLovely drinking from the talented Sam Renzaglia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Very appealing, medium-bodied red with vibrant perfume. Good chewy aftertaste with medium tannin.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-renzaglia-cabernets-di-renzo\" title=\"2022 Renzaglia Cabernets di Renzo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Murdoch Hill Vis-a-Vis Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine was made as a tip of a cap to the energetic, mid-weight red wines of the Loire Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Downer has been making big moves over the last few years looking for more drinkability in his reds wines. Keeping them fresh and light on their feet. This fits nicely into that brief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's Cabernet Franc made to be drunk in any weather, even with a chill if you like. Loads of sweet berries and a lilting floral perfume. It's a sublime Loire-inspired red wine that's sure to be a huge crowd pleaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-murdoch-hill-vis-a-vis-cabernet-franc\" title=\"2023 Murdoch Hill Vis-a-Vis Cabernet Franc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31988586446891,"sku":"Cabernet \u0026 Mates Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Cabernet_MatesPack_d4ecccef-3d50-40b8-b191-bc8029faecd5.webp?v=1756449820"},{"product_id":"2016-castello-dei-rampolla-d-alceo","title":"2016 Castello dei Rampolla D’Alceo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \"Super Tuscan\" has been one of the most polarising developments in the world of wine. While Australians are accustomed to seeing a broad variety of grapes grown even within one region, things are not so simple in many European, \"Old World\" countries. The term \"Super Tuscan\" refers to a red wine made in Tuscany that contains non-indigenous grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or Syrah.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCastello dei Rampolla's approach to the D'Alceo has changed over the years; they now use less new oak in an attempt to shine the spotlight on the fruit. It's a big, bold and utterly captivating wine that will continue to develop marvellously in bottle for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castello Dei Rampolla","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39861370617899,"sku":"2016 Castello dei Rampolla D’Alceo","price":249.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2016CastellodeiRampollaD_Alceo.png?v=1645146780"},{"product_id":"2021-fetherston-camellia-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2021 Fetherston Camellia Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eYarra Valley Cabernet Sauvignon consistently has wonderful qualities such as freshness, some spice, and silky tannins. These factors are delivered in spades in the Fetherston Camellia Cabernet Sauvignon, which is elegant, balanced and textured, without a hint of greenness to it. For the price, this Cabernet offers tremendous value, whether you drink it now or after several years of careful cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFruit for the Fetherston Camellia Cabernet Sauvignon was sourced from the 32-year-old Yering Grange vineyard in the Yarra Valley, a small site producing high-quality fruit. With 20 days on skins, there is wonderful colour, flavour and texture in the wine, with only a hint of oak.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetherston","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39902122934315,"sku":"2021 Fetherston Camellia Cabernet Sauvignon","price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2021FetherstonCamelliaCabernetSauvignon.png?v=1646634082"},{"product_id":"2019-tenuta-di-trinoro-rosso-toscana","title":"2019 Tenuta di Trinoro Rosso Toscana","description":"\u003cp\u003eEach year, Andrea Franchetti of Tenuta di Trinoro crafts his flagship Rosso according to what the vintage offers. He is a winemaker with an open mind and a sensitive touch who carefully observes the annual conditions and chooses the absolute best for this wine. As such, there is no set cepage or even style, and vintages are bound only by their quality, power, and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, it is heady and rich whilst simultaneously flowing with grace and perfume. The terroir shines through with notes of wet stone and undertones of smoky minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phenomenal wine that will reward deeply on many levels, 100 Points from Monica Larner at Wine Advocate merely underlines what an investment this bottle is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/TenutadiTrinoroReviewExcerpt_600x600.jpg?v=1695869242\" alt=\"Tenuta di Trinoro Review Excerpt\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Tenuta di Trinoro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly establishing plantings in 1992 Tenuta di Trinoro sits in viticultural isolation in sheep grazing country where Tuscany meets Umbria and Lazio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndrea Franchetti deliberately concentrated his plantings around Cabernet Franc, where he sees parallels with the limestone and gravels of Bordeaux’s right bank appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSparing no expense and focused on exceptional quality, the vines are farmed biodynamically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTight planting, high thinning, very low yields, extreme ripeness, and concentration of flavour characterise his winemaking style. 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He's coaxed all the density and structure that made the wines from this site such beauties for the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a claret of clarity and definition. Powerful but poised and perfectly judged in terms of tannin extraction by Cooper. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout releases from Cooper's 2022 series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"An orchestral wine of high drinkability and prized age worthiness. 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It's firm, it's wild with intricate flavour, it's light but it's buoyant. Potpourri, peanuts, boysenberry, earth and sweet plum flavours all make appearances, though the truth is that every time you put this anywhere near your nose\/mouth, you detect something different. In a word: it's joyous.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v8LsqxzUEdw?si=bYVTpbuc-aWYQ2Vg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" data-dashlane-frameid=\"88286\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koerner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40872902197291,"sku":"2022 Koerner The Clare","price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2020KoernerTheClareRedWine_1_b29a4309-13c1-44b8-bf2e-b5f6cc5913f4.png?v=1693443990"},{"product_id":"cabernet-masterclass-pack","title":"Cabernet Cartel Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely love Cabernet here at DD, so we were more than happy to help our mates Julian Langworthy and Rob Mann espouse the qualities of the grape via their new Cabernet Cartel alliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are six wines (including the Corymbia and Nocturne Cabernets) that we think demonstrate the prowess and sublime drinking on offer in modern Australian Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zwSTAxv5znY?si=PNcX6_zxNWujxdsJ\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Corymbia Calgardup Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Nocturne Sheoak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine Naturaliste Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dappled Tradition Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Joshua Cooper Regional Release Cabernet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Corymbia Calgardup Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRob and Genevieve Mann are no strangers to the Margaret River \"old guard,\" but Corymbia is where they’ve torn up the traditional playbook. Sourced from their organically farmed Calgardup Vineyard—an ancient granite and gravel site just 2km from Redgate Beach—this is coastal Cabernet at its most stripped-back and honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 (the sixth release of this wine) is a direct nod to Rob’s grandfather, the legendary Jack Mann, but the style is decidedly unorthodox. There is no new oak here and no glossy winemaking tricks. The fruit is hand-sorted and aged in large, neutral barrels to ensure the \"graphite\" tannin framework of the vineyard isn't smothered by wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting 2024 bottling is a svelt, high-definition Cabernet that values detail over raw power. It’s beautifully medium-bodied, showing leafy aromatics, dark fruit, and fine-boned tannins. It has a distinct salt-spray, coastal energy that sets it apart from the heavier styles typical of the region. It’s a pure, unadorned, and a unique expression of Cabernet that we absolutely love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"A pure, fine-boned and extremely elegant expression of cabernet... An exceptional release that speaks fluently of vineyard and place, while providing immense satisfaction in the high-quality stakes division.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a distinctive wine that I love each vintage, and given the quality (attention to detail) of the viticulture, the wine looks good\/distinct\/sophisticated in every season.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lithe and athletic. Long limbs and wiry musculature. Blackcurrant and black cherry, rubbed rosemary and flowering sage. Dutch licorice and konbu. Composed and complete, deftly poised and proudly mid-weight. A deep, shaley minerality and taut, highly-pixelated tannins.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-corymbia-calgardup-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2024 Corymbia Calgardup Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Nocturne Sheoak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a winemaker with Julian Langworthy's trophy cabinet quietly suggests that this might be the best Single Vineyard Cabernet he has ever made, we sit up and pay attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage was famously hot and challenging across much of Western Australia. Yet, Julian notes that his coastal Sheoak vineyard in Yallingup sat in a bizarrely perfect \"Goldilocks\" zone. While others were rushing, he was able to pause, wait for absolute tannin ripeness, and pick pristine fruit from the best part of the slope on April 7th.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit spent 14 days on skins before being pressed to tank, then transferred to a mix of new (25%) and seasoned French oak for 16 months. Only the absolute top-performing barrels were selected for the final SV blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a darkly coloured but wonderfully ethereal Cabernet. It is a masterclass in medium-bodied elegance, built on a ridiculously silky, effortless tannin structure. Expect a driving core of dark fruit, soaring high notes of cassis, and a beautiful frame of warm spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is dangerously accessible right out of the gate, but if you can manage to hide a few bottles away for 5 to 8 years, you are going to be handsomely rewarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“In the mouth, the wine is structurally firm, populated by succulent Cabernet fruit, and pliable in texture. There are notes of dried bay and tobacco, graphite, lead pencil and blackcurrant pastille. It is really good.”\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-nocturne-sheoak-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2024 Nocturne Sheoak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine Naturaliste Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBruce Dukes' winemaking starts literally from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe man has been obsessed with growing things for over two decades and it shows in every wine he makes. His roots have been put down in Margaret River, and as such he has immense insight into what the balance of soil, aspect and clone can do to a wine in this part of the world. One of his great loves is Margaret River Cabernet - and with this wine, we can definitely see why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe explained to us, \u003cem\u003e\"Rebus is a picture puzzle that when you look at it, the solution is not immediately apparent, there may be several solutions. That's why I love Margaret River Cabernet - it's constantly changing and it keeps me constantly challenged.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Margaret River Cabernet, you are going to fall in love with this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-naturaliste-rebus-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2024 Domaine Naturaliste Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dappled Tradition Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShaun Crinion has been on a mission to make Yarra Valley Cabernet cool again, and this wine says to us that's 100% on the right on track. The Tradition Cabernets comes from a single vineyard at Steels Creek, planted in 1981 and farmed by grower Simon Peirce. The site sits in one of the warmer corners of the Yarra, giving Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc the chance to ripen fully while keeping their natural perfume and brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 blend is 68% Cabernet Sauvignon and 32% Cabernet Franc, with 20% whole bunches in the ferment for lift and complexity. It was fermented with wild yeasts and aged for 18 months in old French oak, keeping the focus firmly on the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is wonderfully aromatic, showing classic blackcurrant, violets and a touch of spice, with a palate that’s all pure fruit and freshness. It has the structure you’d expect from Cabernet, but it moves lightly, shaped more by acidity than oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a delicious, elegant and typically seamless Dappled wine, and as always from Shaun Crinion, tremendous value. Very limited production, so get in quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Gorgeous cool-climate cabernet aromas of red cherry, damson plum and violets. Medium bodied, this well-priced, energetic, structured and elegant wine should age gracefully over the next six to eight years at least.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dappled-tradition-cabernets\" title=\"2024 Dappled Tradition Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Joshua Cooper Regional Release Cabernet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoshua Cooper has a serious knack for Central Victorian Cabernet, and his 2025 Regional Release - often referred to as his Claret - is the one you want to drink now. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec, it leans into a softer, more fruit-forward profile than his single-vineyard wines, resulting in a modern, highly drinkable take on a traditional Bordeaux blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 vintage is a particularly strong one for this release, though a dry season means quantities are painfully limited this year. It is crafted in a supple, juicy style, striking that rare balance where it feels light enough for a long lunch, yet packs more than enough stuffing to stand up to a serious meal or a stint in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt pours a bright garnet red. The nose leads with blood plum, cassis, and creamy black cherry, backed by complex layers of tobacco, violet, and iodine. The palate is plush and generous, loaded with purple berry fruit and framed by fine tannins and perfectly judged acidity that deliver shape without unnecessary weight. It is incredibly approachable right now, but will easily evolve over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Relatively elementary, but lots of pleasure and ease of drinking here.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-joshua-cooper-regional-release-cabernet\" title=\"2025 Joshua Cooper Regional Release Cabernet\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimo Mayer's Cabernet is never going to be your standard, heavy-handed claret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from Saint Huberts Road in the Yarra Valley, he completely flips the script on the variety. Instead of relying on heavy oak, Timo uses 100% whole-bunch fermentation to build the wine's framework. The structure here comes entirely from the skins, stems, and seeds, making for a much fresher, more energetic drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 release carries a bit of extra flesh and a plush, velvety texture. It leads with classic Mayer Cab aromatics - cassis, a hit of blue fruit, and a distinctly leafy freshness, backed by crushed herbs and subtle tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it is highly concentrated but kept perfectly precise by superfine tannins and a driving, graphite-like mineral line. It has the bones to age, but it's dangerously drinkable right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The opposite of the lighter, more herbal '24, this has aromas of ripe cassis and blueberry together with a little cedar. \"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40875162959915,"sku":"Cabernet Cartel Pack","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/CabernetCartelPack.webp?v=1778466278"},{"product_id":"2022-penley-estate-project-preservative-free-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2022 Penley Estate Project Preservative Free Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003ePreservative-free wine in Coonawarra?! Yes... it's a thing...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell, at least it is at Penley! Kate Goodman is smashing through boundaries all over the place and here's a great case in point. It's Coonawarra Cabernet, with no oak and no sulphur added, making the brightest, juiciest, most playful example of this iconic Australian wine style you could imagine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe great thing here is that it still scratches that classic Cabernet itch. But it's all about lively blue fruit and supple tannins so it's made for your immediate enjoyment. What a coup for \u003cem\u003ecoup-na-warra!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust 150 dozen made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Nailed it. Such energy and unbridled character. Such a joyous expression of Coonawarra Cabernet. Yes.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 93 pts, Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It's a serious cabernet with a fresh, ready-to-go persona.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 93 pts, Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w4UUGz7Il5Y?si=zf2B8Wn09SUos7vG\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" data-dashlane-frameid=\"10119\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40879736389675,"sku":"2022 Penley Estate Project Preservative Free Cabernet Sauvignon","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022PenleyEstateProjectPreservativeFreeCabernetSauvignon.png?v=1695104529"},{"product_id":"2022-penley-estate-project-e-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2022 Penley Estate Project E Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 'E' in Project E stands for 'Egg'. 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You will need to invent a time machine or give this a bit of a decanter slap to enjoy within the next five years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA worthy landmark of Australian wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of Australia’s great cabernets. This from a cooler season highlights and accentuates the typical bright red fruits and blue fruit mix, especially on the nose. It’s aromatic and perfumed with an African violet scent. The palate as always is so exquisitely balanced and refined. Since 1989 the cabernet has been augmented with the floral bright fruit of cabernet franc and the darker robust black fruits of petit verdot. The palate delivers with a gentle restraint yet there is power deep within. The chalky tannins define a long and focussed finish. A deceptive medium bodied wine that will cellar for many years.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ray Jordon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"360\" width=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/467659825?h=1628fe4263\u0026amp;color=bc9109\u0026amp;title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/467659825\"\u003eMoss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Style\u003c\/a\u003e from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/mosswood\"\u003eMoss Wood\u003c\/a\u003e on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\"\u003eVimeo\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moss Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41086194057259,"sku":"2021 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon","price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021MossWoodCabernetSauvignon.webp?v=1714962893"},{"product_id":"2021-brash-higgins-cbsv-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2021 Brash Higgins CBSV Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Brash Higgins CBSV is grown on the Omensetter vineyard, tended by Brad and Nicole, in their home of McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is McLaren Vale Cabernet with some spunk and personality. It spends 20 months in new and used oak, it's un-tinkered with by Brad on its way to bottle giving a fleshy yet vital rendition of the variety from this part of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a fan of Brash Higgins, Cab Sauv or just full-bodied McLaren Vale reds in general, you will find a lot of joy in this release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From the certified-organic home Omensetter Vineyard; 20% new, 40% 1–3 years old, 40% older, all French, for 20 months. The new oak and time in it have been thoroughly absorbed by the intensity of fruit, which presents as plush but not weighty, an enchanting fragrance of lavender and violet lilting above blackcurrant, mulberry, crème de myrtille, hedgerow, clove and cardamom. This feels made with mid-palate texture in mind, gifting an engaging suppleness, along with a salted licorice note, that precedes cabernet’s structuring tannic draw.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5ML27VAOr3I?si=92H7xQMw9vfZRILR\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A fulsome wine to chew on. Contemplative as much for its thrilling complexity, as for its capacity to eclipse preconceptions of warmer climate cabernet with energy and guile, shot across the floral attack, evergreen mid-palate and toothsome wet tannin finish...Excellent wine, moreish and nourishing.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Brash Higgins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41096393031723,"sku":"2021 Brash Higgins CBSV Cabernet Sauvignon","price":39.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021BrashHigginsCBSVCabernetSauvignon_36593cb3-eb95-4036-a04c-4da80399492a.webp?v=1717385799"},{"product_id":"2021-leeuwin-art-series-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2021 Leeuwin Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eHauntingly great Margaret River Cabernet, potentially the best release yet, from regional legends Leeuwin Estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slow-builder of a wine, with flavours of cassis and light herbs on the nose - the aromatics need a bit of to time to wake up though. The gorgeous, slow, velvety palate builds up to a finish of quietly intense blackcurrant, olive and kitchen spices. Gravelly, cedary tannins are already meltingly integrated. It's already full of pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA full-bodied wine that doesn't feel full-bodied, featuring more of a Cabernet caress than a kapow...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of the distinctive features of this wine, and in a way a DNA link to all Art Series cabernet, is its savouriness. It’s the rolled tobacco, nori, iodine and whiff of new leather plus the cedary oak, but these are not separate, they form a whole impression. There’s also the core of excellent fruit, the structure, the supple tannins and the bright acidity. And the joy of drinking it.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Immediately captivating: the nose is vibrant and energetic, while simultaneously the epitome of elegance and poise with restrained fruit power. This is a silk evening gown of a wine: form-fitting, precisely tailored, mellifluous and effortlessly chic... Displaying extremely fine-grained tannins, it's firm, focused and delicate, with a graphite line, fresh acidity and plenty that will reveal itself in good time. Tasted pre-release.”\u003cbr\u003e- Cassandra Charlick (Decanter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"On the palate, the wine is perfumed and fine, lightweight and flowing. It's a beautiful wine to drink now, thanks to its powdery tannins. It's all about the tannins here; it's whippy, like fresh new growth on a plant. I would drink this anytime from release; it offers tremendous pleasure just as it is.”\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Leeuwin Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41105975148587,"sku":"2021 Leeuwin Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021LeeuwinArtSeriesCabernetSauvignon.webp?v=1718589171"},{"product_id":"2022-giant-steps-sexton-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2022 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile Giant Steps is better known for its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, their famed Sexton Vineyard, named for the winery's founder Phil Sexton, has long grown outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon. 2022 saw the first ever release of a single varietal Cabernet from this site, with talented chief winemaker Mel Chester crafting this stunning fruit into a Trophy-winning wine (Best Cabernet Sauvignon - Yarra Valley Wine Show).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Sexton Vineyard, nestled on the steep, north-facing slopes of the Warramate Ranges, benefits from thin topsoil and rocky clay beneath, producing intensely flavored fruit. The two-paced 2022 vintage yielded grapes with superb flavor concentration as well as great natural acidity, which worked tremendously well for later ripening varieties such as Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cabernet Sauvignon blends three separate ferments, each destemmed and cold-soaked for four days before fermentation. Soft extraction techniques preserved whole berries initially, followed by more vigorous plunging to enhance tannin extraction. The wine matured in French oak barrels for 10 months before being blended and further aged in seasoned puncheons for integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a classic cooler climate Cabernet bouquet, with notes of blackcurrant, cedar, and hints of graphite. The palate is long and richly flavoured, with layers of dark fruit, cocoa, and well-integrated tannins. It's a lovely drink but this Cabernet, like all the best iconic examples from the region, with cellar beautifully for up to fifteen years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A medium deep, bright crimson-purple, this elegant and concentrated wine has aromas of dark cherries, blackcurrant, ugni, cedar from the impeccably handled oak, and violets. The palate is medium bodied and perfectly pitched. This is another superb Yarra cabernet that dispels the notion that you'll have to cellar it for ages to enjoy.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points, Gold Medal + Trophy (Best Cabernet Sauvignon)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- 2023 Yarra Valley Wine Show\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pBayFm3GNKc?si=4-p0jJQqVlY9kgY9\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Giant Steps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41117785882667,"sku":"2022 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022GiantStepsSextonVineyardCabernetSauvignon.webp?v=1718929758"},{"product_id":"2022-mac-forbes-hugh-cabernets","title":"2022 Mac Forbes Hugh Cabernets","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Mac Forbes Hugh Cabernets, named after Mac's father, is a gorgeously elegant example of why Yarra Vallery Cabernet blends are so unique, and so cherished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from premium vineyards across the Valley floor, the blend is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, with components of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. It underwent 10% whole bunch fermentation and was matured for 13 months in just older oak. As usual, it was made using indigenous yeast and with no fining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage delivered perfect growing conditions for these varieties, resulting in a wine with deliciously ripe flavours but still fresh and balanced. On the nose it's full of cranberry, dark cherry, and crushed herbs, while the palate is long and medium-bodied, with pure red fruits, silky tannins and a fresh, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHugh is always a wine that Mac Forbes lovers collect, and the 2022 is one of the best releases in years.  Enjoy it now or cellar it for years to come—this wine is all about harmony, elegance, and a true sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A blend of cabernet sauvignon\/merlot\/cabernet franc\/petit verdot; three weeks on skins then pressed to seasoned barriques for 16 months. A bright, medium ruby crimson. Quite a step up on the 2021. An attractive and fragrant melange of dark cherries, blackcurrant and cedar with a touch of violet. Medium bodied and elegant with fine-grained and persistent tannins that are in perfect harmony with the fruit. Bravo.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dark, leathery, wet bark, soft palate, spiced, green tobacco leaves grip, hints of blue fruit, a bit of animal meaty start and then a pretty turn on violet pastille\/liquorice. It’s dark in profile, textural, but all in all elegant and svelte with firm plummy flow and curious lightness. It opens up in the glass, gives away cloves, dried peppermint, lavender and a little toasty\/hazelnut husk note. Yarra claret, why not, fresh, max medium-bodied red at your (daily) service.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Mac Forbes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41123625697323,"sku":"2022 Mac Forbes Hugh Cabernets","price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022MacForbesHughCabernets.webp?v=1719445314"},{"product_id":"2023-amelia-park-trellis-cabernet-merlot","title":"2023 Amelia Park Trellis Cabernet Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis classic red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is easy-drinking and perfect for enjoying now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are predominantly sourced from the Wilyabrup sub-region of Margaret River, known for its rich fruit flavours - one of the premier terroirs in Australia for producing Cabernet Sauvignon et.al. A small percentage comes from the Wallcliffe sub-region further south, adding subtle and elegant aromatics and fine tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage experienced a long and cool growing season, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly, resulting in perfectly balanced flavours and natural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking for this blend involves several parcels, each picked at optimal ripeness and harvested during the cool of the night. The fruit undergoes controlled and cool fermentation in static fermenters before being carefully pressed off and aged in French oak barrels for secondary fermentation and maturation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for an easy-drinking Margaret River Cab Merlot, this is about as good a bang for your buck as you're going to find in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Amelia Park","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41127407550507,"sku":"2023 Amelia Park Trellis Cabernet Merlot","price":18.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023AmeliaParkTrellisCabernetMerlot.webp?v=1720141404"},{"product_id":"2019-anakota-helena-dakota-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2019 Anakota Helena Dakota Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eOf the twin single vineyard Cabernets from winemaker Pierre Seillan the Helena Dakota is often the more elegant of the two. This is peak Sonoma Country Cabernet for the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hails from the sloping 12-acre vineyard in Knights Valley, California. At 750 feet elevation, the vineyard features soft, reddish-brown gravelly silt loam soils. Cooling westerly winds slow the ripening process, creating powerful yet balanced wines with notable minerality and graceful tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cabernet is defined by its power, structure, and sophistication. It offers layers of plums, anise, cassis, leather, bay leaf, and cedar, galvanized by a streak of minerals and bold tannins. Fragrant and complex, it bursts with fresh blueberry and black currant aromas, Crème de Violette, and subtle bay leaf hints. The luxurious palate balances rich flavours with firm structure, making it both enjoyable now and perfect for ageing up to 20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wines could take pride of place in the finest of collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Helena Dakota Vineyard explodes with violets, aniseed and cast iron, with a deep core of crushed blueberries and black cherries. The palate is stunning with its intensity and lift, pure fruits, pixelated tannins and focused acidity.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Wine Advocate \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Helena Dakota is compact with menthol oils, sage, dark iron-rich earth, and cassis. The palate is savory, with tightly wound structure, and delivers dried herbs, fresh fig, violets, and scorched earth.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jeb Dunnuck \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The essence of cabernet sauvignon on the nose with cassis and fresh flowers. Full-bodied with orange peel, blackberry, cassis and hints of rose stems. Creamy and powdery tannins.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The fruit leans toward the purple end of the spectrum: think plums and blackberry jam. But fruit almost takes a backseat to the leather, bay leaf, and iron qualities of the aromas and flavours. Full-bodied and structured, this is a wine with presence but still a freshness that makes it approachable in its youth.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Decanter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Anakota","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41128292810795,"sku":"2019 Anakota Helena Dakota Cabernet Sauvignon","price":465.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2019AnakotaHelenaDakotaCabernetSauvignon.png?v=1720053119"},{"product_id":"2019-anakota-helena-montana-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2019 Anakota Helena Montana Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf the finest Cabernets in the world are of interest to you, this iconic offering from master winemaker Pierre Seillan needs a place in your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Anakota Helena Montana Cabernet hails from the steep Knights Valley hillside vineyard in California's Sonoma County. At 950 feet elevation, features rolling hills and well-drained gravelly loam soils. These stressed vines produce concentrated Cabernets with powerful black fruit flavours, spice, and muscular tannins, reminiscent of the great wines of Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hedonistic delight, it's apex Cabernet from this part of the world. It's classic rich aromas of blackberries, currants, violets, chocolate, spice, and liquorice. The palate is deep and expansive, with flavours supported by soft, silky tannins, making it enjoyable now and perfect for ageing for up to 20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply, this is one of the finest varietal Cabernets in the new world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Incredibly spicy and aromatic with pumice and cloves. Pops out of the glass. Cedar, too. Full-bodied with soft, polished tannins adding tension and creaminess. Long and beautiful. All about class and breeding.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a firm, grainy texture with concentrated black fruits leading to a very long, fruity finish.\"\u003cbr\u003e- The Wine Advocate\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a delicious wine out of the gate and will be worth holding onto and checking in on over the next 20 years.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Anakota","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41128293335083,"sku":"2019 Anakota Helena Montana Cabernet Sauvignon","price":465.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2019AnakotaHelenaMontanaCabernetSauvignon.png?v=1720053134"},{"product_id":"2023-rob-hall-cabernets","title":"2023 Rob Hall Cabernets","description":"\u003cp\u003eRob Hall was winemaker at the esteemed Mount Mary vineyard from 2002-2011.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver that decade he crafted some of the country's finest Cabernet blends, with the Quintet setting the pace for quality in the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere you get all of Rob's expertise without the hefty pricetag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is classic Yarra Valley Cabernet blend - soft, supple, immediately approachable. For a quality daily drinking Cabernet, this is one of the best buys in the Yarra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Rob knows a thing or two about cabernet, most likely, I'm guessing, from his days at Mount Mary. A brilliant, crimson purple, this fragrant wine leaps out of the glass with its bouquet of cassis, liqueur cherries, cedar, violets and just a soupçon of fresh tomato leaf. Medium bodied, this juicy-fruited wine is impeccably balanced with silky, persistent tannins that resonate throughout. If this was a pinot, it would be double the price.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Rob Hall Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41128372797483,"sku":"2023 Rob Hall Cabernets","price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023RobHallCabernets_1.webp?v=1720398259"},{"product_id":"2020-leeu-passant-stellenbosch-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2020 Leeu Passant Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Leeu Passant Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon is a distinguished offering from the acclaimed Leeu Passant winery, a collaboration between Chris and Andrea Mullineux and Analjit Singh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the classic Cape wines of the 1960s through the 1980s, this Cabernet Sauvignon captures the essence of Stellenbosch’s renowned terroir, sourced from the cool slopes of Helderberg Mountain and Polkadraai Hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with meticulous care, the grapes are hand-harvested, sorted, and naturally fermented without inoculation. Following a gentle maceration process, the wine matures for 20 months in 500L French oak barrels, with 30% being new oak, allowing the wine to develop its complex character and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, this Cabernet exudes aromatic notes of cassis, tarragon, graphite, and cedar. These aromas carry through to the palate, which reveals a silky texture and finely structured tannins. It's rich and powerful but still retains balance and harmony, as well as an impressively long and dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn ode to Stellenbosch’s great Clarets, and another stunning offering from this formidable winemaking team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Firm, structured, taut and muscular on the palate, with uncommonly fresh acids, while tannins are chiseled, supported by those acids, leading through the long finish. A stellar wine to be revisited after 2025 at least, and I suspect this will age positively, and comfortably, into the late '30s. Terrific value on top of it all.\"\u003cbr\u003e- John Szabo, MS (Wine Align)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Leeu Passant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41129208610859,"sku":"2020 Leeu Passant Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2020LeeuPassantStellenboschCabernetSauvignon.webp?v=1721284561"},{"product_id":"2020-miles-mossop-the-introduction-red","title":"2020 Miles Mossop The Introduction Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere we have a terrifically priced Stellenbosch Cabernet blend from the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003etalented Miles Mossop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pt-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gizmo-shadow-stroke flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h-full w-full\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"73587235-4af4-48d5-8930-652fea466a59\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blend consists of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Cinsault, 11% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, and 1% Cabernet Franc, all sourced from specially selected vineyards in Stellenbosch. The grapes are hand-picked with purity of fruit and freshness in mind, with 20 months of French oak maturation to enhance its complexity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of ripe red and black berries, including blackberry and cassis, are complemented by hints of dried Italian herbs and tobacco spice. The palate is vibrant, offering juicy berry fruit flavors, a clean mid-palate, and a textured finish with notes of cocoa and herbal spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a juicy, luscious Cabernet blend, great with food or on its own, and really excellent value from this iconic South African region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Miles Mossop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41129208873003,"sku":"2020 Miles Mossop The Introduction Red","price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2020MilesMossopTheIntroductionRed.webp?v=1721284129"},{"product_id":"2021-good-intentions-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2023 Good Intentions Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Good Intentions Cabernet Sauvignon is a fascinating expression of Coonawarra’s famed terroir, with a fresh twist from the husband-and-wife team, Louise and Andrew Burchell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the iconic V and A Lane vineyard, this wine showcases the classic depth and structure of Coonawarra Cabernet, but with a slightly modern touch that makes it deliciously approachable right away. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCrafted using old-world methods—hand-picked fruit, indigenous yeast, and open fermentation—this wine is bottled unfined, unfiltered, and with minimal sulphur, ensuring a true reflection of the vineyard and vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is brimming with rich black fruits and that unmistakable hint of green that speaks to its Coonawarra roots. Yet, the Burchells have dialed back the intensity just enough to let the wine’s natural freshness shine through, resulting in a medium to full-bodied wine that feels both robust and refined. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA modern Cabernet with a twist, and really smart value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Good Intentions Wine Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41136452010027,"sku":"2023 Good Intentions Cabernet Sauvignon","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023GoodIntentionsCabernetSauvignon.webp?v=1723183265"},{"product_id":"2021-dalla-mia-finestra-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2021 Dalla Mia Finestra Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is something of a golden patch for Cabernet in the Lower Yarra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the likes of Mount Mary and Yeringberg have forged their reputations for producing some of the country's finest Cabernets and Cabernet blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the bottom of the Yeringberg slope, a stone's throw from that legendary vineyard, sits the little family property of Bruce Lang. He's a man who quietly tends his grapes, Cabernet mainly, but with patches of Malbec, Shiraz and Pinot Noir in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe makes his wine with a hodgepodge of equipment, everything done by hand. The wines he makes, without fanfare, seriously over deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet is smoking value if you love the mid-weight Claret styles the Yarra has become adored for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The first Finestra cab to include 5% of merlot\/malbec\/cabernet franc. A very bright crimson red. A perfumed and youthful bouquet of dark cherries, blackcurrant, damson plums and violets. Gently leafy and equally good on the medium-bodied palate, which is juicy, yet compact with fine grained, persistent tannins rounding out a lovely wine. It's not the first Finestra wine I've tasted recently that has over delivered at this modest pricepoint, either.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Red and black fruits, baking spice, plenty of perfume, violet and pencils, and gee it’s a beautiful smelling wine, and there’s a slight varietal roast red capsicum\/pimento thing that adds rather than detracts. It’s medium-bodied, plenty of fleshy tannin grip, acidity is bright and crisp, and the finish is long and gently chewy, with tobacco and floral perfume trailing. Essence of YV Cabernet. It’s such a strong release, and best since the 2017. I’m thinking either 94 or 95 points, though the longer I spend time with it, the more it pushes me towards the higher score. Incredible value for a wine of this class and provenance too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Dalla Mia Finestra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41147040104491,"sku":"2021 Dalla Mia Finestra Cabernet Sauvignon","price":34.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2016_Dalla_Mia_Finestra_Cabernet_Sauvignon_700x_32cbc1b5-c9dd-4d72-8110-596dacd9a42f.png?v=1722828156"},{"product_id":"2021-balnaves-the-tally-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2021 Balnaves The Tally Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tally is the pinnacle of the Balnaves stable of outstanding Coonawarra wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from hand-picked fruit primarily sourced from the Dead Morris vineyard, this vintage benefitted from an exceptional growing season marked by long, even ripening. The result is a wine of remarkable depth and intensity, co-fermented with a touch of Petit Verdot to enhance its complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Reserve Cabernet spent 13 months maturing in Taransaud French oak barriques, 39% of which were new, contributing to its intricate layers of smoky oak and coffee notes. On the nose, expect an intense bouquet of cassis, blackberries, and blueberries, which seamlessly carry through to the palate. The wine’s dense, dark fruit is beautifully integrated with velvety tannins, creating a balanced structure that promises both immediate appeal and long-term ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a wine that will mature with grace over the following decades, then look no further. This is the greatness of Coonawarra Cabernet in a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Superb deep crimson-purple hue; the wine ranks with ’01 and ’04. While very intense, its perfect balance makes it light on its feet. Cassis in abundance leads the palate, pirouetting through the tannins on the lingering finish and aftertaste.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Balnaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41156522901547,"sku":"2021 Balnaves The Tally Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021BalnavesTheTallyReserveCabernetSauvignon.png?v=1724646791"},{"product_id":"icons-of-cabernet-pack","title":"Icons of Cabernet Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eCabernet is one of the great noble grapes of the world. We excel in Cabernet in Australia in three primary regions: the Yarra Valley, Margaret River \u0026amp; Coonawarra. These six wines hail from these regions and are arguably the most collectable of each of their respective homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuge reviews, limited availability and six iconic names, this is a pre-made cellar of the country's finest Cabernets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Mount Mary Quintet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Yeringberg Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Wantirna Estate Amelia Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Grosset Gaia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Cullen Diana Madeline\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Mount Mary Quintet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Mount Mary Quintet is one of the jewels of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2023 release is another benchmark for the Middleton family, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, all grown side by side on their historic vineyard in Lilydale. Despite a cool and low-yielding season, the fruit reached perfect balance, producing a wine of focus, precision and quiet power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is medium-bodied and composed, showing layers of blackcurrant, cherry, and red plum, lifted by violet, cedar and bay leaf. The tannins are fine and long, seamlessly integrated into the wine’s elegant frame. It’s not about weight - it’s about shape, texture and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Sam Middleton has once again delivered a Quintet that’s both immediately captivating and destined to evolve beautifully for decades. If you know this wine, you know what to expect - purity, poise, and the kind of effortless balance that only comes from a truly great site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink now with time in a decanter, or watch it unfurl gracefully over the next 30 years. A modern Australian masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This Bordeaux blend with New World freshness is built for the ages, yet offers plenty of early drinking appeal. What a wine\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Always great, now better than ever, this 2023 is one of the best Australian wines of the century so far. \"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (Top 100 Wines of 2025)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-mount-mary-quintet\" title=\"2023 Mount Mary Quintet\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Yeringberg Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the flagship of the iconic Yeringberg estate, and in 2023 it is a masterclass in the \"sculpted yet relaxed\" style that Sandra and David de Pury have perfected. Following a season defined by slow ripening and mild conditions, this is a wine of easy harmony rather than brute force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend is 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by Merlot (13%), Cabernet Franc (12%), Malbec (8%), and Petit Verdot (6%). The fruit was fully destemmed and fermented in small open-top fermenters with hand-plunging, before spending 21 months in French oak barriques (40% new).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a beautiful wine, as usual, from Sandra. On the nose, it is plush and inviting, offering classic Yeringberg aromas of blackcurrant and violet mingled with lifted notes of black olive, graphite, and cedar. The palate is fine, supple, and perfumed, showing serious depth without heaviness. Structure but softness too here, framed by a delicate line of refreshing acidity that promises a long life ahead. It is approachable now, but will evolve beautifully over the next couple of decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A wonderfully complex and perfumed bouquetit will provide an enormous amount of enjoyment over the next 10–15 years.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A soft, bright wine from a cool vintage that is constructed with a soft hand.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-yeringberg-cabernets\" title=\"2023 Yeringberg Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Wantirna Estate Amelia Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Amelia is a classic Wantirna blend, led by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a small amount of Petit Verdot. Much of the fruit comes from vines planted in 1963, with Petit Verdot added from a 1989 block. The old vines are dry-grown, their roots reaching deep into clay soils for moisture - a key to the wine’s depth and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage sits around 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot. It was aged in French oak and bottled after careful blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine shows blackcurrant and red plum fruit, with notes of tobacco leaf, violet and gentle spice. The tannins are fine and even, supported by bright acidity that gives freshness through the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s approachable now but built to age gracefully for at least fifteen years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A diaphanous sheath of fruit deftly draped over a compact and composed framework. Lovely fine acid line and microfine tannins that sit effortlessly in the wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's just as enticing on the perfectly pitched, medium bodied, elegant and very persistent palate. Everything is in place for a long and productive life!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-wantirna-estate-amelia-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot\" title=\"2023 Wantirna Estate Amelia Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoss Wood is a pillar of Australian wine, and the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is a monumental release. This marks the 50th anniversary of the estate’s first vintage, and the buzz surrounding it is significant; it’s being hailed as one of the finest iterations in the wine’s storied half-century history. Sourced entirely from the original, unirrigated Wilyabrup vineyard, this is one of the definitive expressions of Margaret Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 season offered a gift to the Mugford family: a long, cool, and perfectly steady ripening period. This allowed the fruit to reach total tannin and flavour maturity without the stress of extreme heat. The result is a wine of incredible poise and aromatic detail. Winemaking remains strictly traditional, with 18 months in French oak (15% new) serving only to frame the exceptional fruit rather than mask it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a wine of incredible poise and aromatic detail. The great Cabernets of Moss Wood have a gravitas to them; they have balance and finesse and are world-class at their best. The 2023 is destined to be one of the greats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it has the generosity to be enjoyed now, this is an epic Moss Wood built for a 40-year evolution. It is, quite simply, a legendary release of a legendary wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I’ve been waiting for this wine to be released for some time. I had great expectation that this wonderful vineyard from this exceptional vintage would produce something equally exceptional. Well, guess what? It has. This is such a beautiful example of what Moss Wood Cabernet is all about... This is simply stunning. I do not believe there has been a better Moss Wood.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ray Jordan (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"No doubt many winelovers have been eagerly awaiting this wine, one of the last of Margaret River’s big guns from the stunning 2023 vintage... Balance, length and structure are all world class. A take-me-now-Lord wine if ever there was one. The great 2023 vintage strikes again. Is this the best wine Moss Wood has ever made? It certainly must come very close...\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is extraordinary... This is a wine of elegance, pinpoint balance and precision... This as an Australian classic in the making. Get your hands on it, any way you can.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Angus Hughson (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-moss-wood-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2023 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Grosset Gaia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJeffrey Grosset’s Gaia vineyard is one of the most dramatic sites in the Clare Valley - perched at 560 metres, rugged, rocky, and consistently delivering some of the most refined Cabernet in the country. Since its first release in the 1980s, Gaia has stood as Grosset’s vision of what Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc can achieve at altitude: elegant, structured, and built for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage is already being spoken of as one of the great Gaias. Yields were down, but what was picked has extraordinary concentration. The blend - around 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc - spent 18 months in French oak barriques (45% new), emerging with a compact core of cassis, redcurrant and black cherry, lifted by violet, cedar, and graphite. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied but unrelenting, with fine, mineral tannins and a cool, slate-like freshness that sets Gaia apart from more opulent Australian Cabernets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritics are unanimous. Tyson Stelzer (98 points) praised its “powder-fine tannin structure” and monumental longevity, while Huon Hooke (96 points) highlighted its elegance and fine, powdery tannins. Winsor Dobbin (97 points) called it “a ballerina dancing across your tongue,” while James Suckling (96 points) noted its depth, energy and integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Cabernet blend that can be enjoyed young for its precision and vibrancy but will also reward decades in the cellar. With just 400 dozen made, the 2023 Gaia is one of Grosset’s most compelling releases yet - a benchmark for South Australian Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The cool, low-yielding 2023 harvest has presented Grosset's lofty, exposed Gaia vineyard in particularly captivating and dramatic detail!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tyson Stelzer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-grosset-gaia\" title=\"2023 Grosset Gaia\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Cullen Diana Madeline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diana Madeline is one of the true icon wines of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by one of the most renowned wineries in Margaret River, the Diana Madeline represents the pinnacle of Australian viticultural and winemaking prowess and is unsurprisingly one of the top 5 most collectable wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elite blend of Bordeaux varieties is farmed with an almost militant adherence to the principles of biodynamic farming. Owner\/winemaker Vanya Cullen is one of the most outspoken advocates of the benefits of these practices in the industry and her results speak for themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are a collector of Australia's best Cabernet blends, the Diana Madeline is a wine you need in your cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A classic vintage; up there with the best.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Andrew Caillard MW (The Vintage Journal)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Put bluntly, this is perhaps the finest young Australian Cabernet I can recall seeing. It is simply brilliant...\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Is this the finest and best Diana Madeline made to date? Perhaps!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (Robert Parker Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-cullen-diana-madeline\" title=\"2023 Cullen Diana Madeline\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41158991708203,"sku":"Icons of Cabernet Pack","price":799.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/IconsofCabernetPack.webp?v=1778466319"},{"product_id":"2022-grosset-gaia","title":"2022 Grosset Gaia","description":"\u003cp\u003eJeffrey Grosset's Gaia vineyard is one of the most extreme in the Clare Valley. Perched at 560 metres, the Gaia Vineyard is the highest and coolest in the region, a rugged and rocky landscape that yields some of the most refined and structured Cabernet in Australia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage is nothing short of exceptional, with a cool season bringing out the best in this already unique site. Composed of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc, the wine is matured exclusively in French oak barriques, 45% of which are new, for 18 months. The result is a brooding, complex wine with aromas of blackcurrant, dark liqueur cherry, and bramble, lifted by hints of graphite, black tea, and dark chocolate. The palate is powerful yet impeccably balanced, with dense dark fruit flavours, vibrant acidity, and fine, mineral-laden tannins that promise incredible longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The depth and definition of crunchy blackcurrant and cassis fruit is monumental, and it is blessed with all the mineral-fine tannin, vibrant acidity and profound persistence to endure exceedingly long indeed. the essence of Cabernet, and of Gaia!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tyson Stelzer (WBM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Cabernet for the ages, with critics universally praising its depth, elegance, and capacity for long-term cellaring. Mike Bennie calls it “hauntingly beautiful,” while Tyson Stelzer called it “the essence of Cabernet, and of Gaia”, with beautiful concentration and structure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's powerful, concentrated and backed by a welter of firm tannins, but doesn't sacrifice its elegance. This is a tightly packed, dense and focused cabernet that deserves a decent term in the cellar. It's just a baby today.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a seasoned collector or simply a lover of fine Cabernet, the 2022 Grosset Gaia is a must-have. It’s a wine that will reward patience in the cellar, but is also poised and ready to impress at any special occasion. Secure a bottle or two while you can—this is a wine that will only get better with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The perfume is rich in dark berries, black olive, mint and fennel with some woody spice overlay – lovely stuff here, too. The quality of tannin needs additional mention. This is such an impressive, elegant wine.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"These are wines of effortless movement and shape, and the tannins in this vintage are almost certainly the highlight; they are pliable, ductile and ultra fine. 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Aromas of mixed berries, woody herbs, dark chocolate, and violets greet the nose, setting the stage for a smooth and persistent palate. Blackcurrant and spicy oak notes dominate, with a silky texture and subtle tannins that lead to a clean, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a generous, yet refined Cabernet that perfectly balances power and elegance, at a ridiculous price. 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This one is all about richness, structure, and value—seriously, at $25, you’re getting a top-tier wine for a fraction of what you’d expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's true to regional style, showing blackberry and dark plum, perfectly balanced by hints of French oak spice, giving it that signature Coonawarra elegance. The full-bodied palate is rich and smooth, with just the right amount of tannin to carry it through to a long, satisfying finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a fan of classic Aussie Cab or looking to explore the region, this is the kind of wine that impresses at a dinner party but is easy enough to enjoy on a quiet night in. For the price, it’s an absolute no-brainer—serious Coonawarra pedigree at a price that feels too good to be true.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"Boysenberry, ripe red cherry and blackberry pie. 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Nicely integrated and drinking well now.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Stonehaven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41170016141355,"sku":"2020 Stonehaven Limited Release Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2020StonehavenLimitedReleaseCoonawarraCabernetSauvignon.webp?v=1726188078"},{"product_id":"2022-head-red-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2022 Head Red Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Head Red Cabernet Sauvignon is an absolute gem, showcasing the best of Barossa's secret weapon - Cabernet. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom an \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEbenezer vineyard planted in 1950, this is a blend of small parcels of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFermented naturally with indigenous yeast and minimally handled, this wine is all about purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's full of classic Cabernet notes of blackcurrant, black cherry, and cassis, layered with hints of tobacco and a creamy texture. 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An inflow of blackcurrant pastille on the palate lifts things up a notch, the tannins are fine and powdery, and there is a cassis-like flow on the exit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Head Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41177714393131,"sku":"2022 Head Red Cabernet Sauvignon","price":26.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022HeadRedCabernetSauvignon.webp?v=1726199617"},{"product_id":"2021-koomilya-cabernet-touriga","title":"2021 Koomilya Cabernet Touriga","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen Steve Pannell began to graft over some vines in the historic Koomilya vineyard to Touriga Nacional he didn't envisage blending it with the established workhorse Cabernet Sauvignon. But experimentation bore fruit and he found a lovely synergy between these two sturdy varieties. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Koomilya Cabernet Touriga is Stephen Pannell’s answer to the future of McLaren Vale blending. Combining 75% Cabernet Sauvignon with 25% Touriga Nacional, this blend offers an unexpected synergy. Cassis, blackcurrant, and cigar box notes from the Cabernet are lifted by the floral, aromatic charm of Touriga. The structure builds steadily, leading to a crescendo of ripe fruit before a glossy, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritics are enchanted by this blend’s unexpected success. Marcus Ellis from \u003cem\u003eWine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e awarded it 97 points, noting its \"agreeably old school\" feel, with plush blue and red florals, dark chocolate, and sea-salt-sprayed rocks balancing the ripeness of the fruit. He described it as \"complex, layered, and abundant,\" capturing the wine’s savoury yet decadent appeal. This is a wine that not only highlights the strengths of Cabernet Sauvignon but also elevates them through the inclusion of Touriga Nacional—a grape traditionally used in Portuguese wines but proving its worth in McLaren Vale’s soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a fan of classic Cabernet or looking for something a little more daring, this wine offers a fresh take on tradition and a glimpse into the future. A stunningly good wine but that's no surprise - we've long since been Pannell fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“There’s something agreeably old school about this, but it’s also clearly the product of a refined approach, in both vineyard and winery... Complex, layered and abundant, but savoury with it. 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