The 2017 Yalumba The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon is a benchmark Coonawarra Cabernet sourced exclusively from the historic Menzies Estate Vineyard, planted on the region’s famed terra rossa soils over limestone. A cooler, slower-growing 2017 season produced a wine of exceptional balance, finesse and longevity, showcasing why The Menzies has become one of Australia’s most respected Cabernet Sauvignon labels.
On the palate, it is elegant yet powerful, with flavours of blackcurrant, blueberry and mulberry layered with notes of violet, choc-mint, cedar and subtle spice. Fine-grained tannins provide impressive structure and length, while fresh acidity keeps the wine focused and energetic. Matured for 18 months in French and Hungarian oak, the wine delivers remarkable poise and complexity, finishing long with savoury dark fruit and classic Coonawarra character.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon for collectors and lovers of classic Coonawarra reds. Now entering a superb stage of development, it combines youthful fruit intensity with emerging savoury complexity and has the structure to reward further cellaring. Enjoy with decanting today or cellar confidently for another 10–15 years. Pair with chargrilled rib-eye, roast lamb, beef Wellington, porcini mushroom risotto or aged hard cheeses.
