The 2019 Yalumba The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum (1500ml) is a flagship Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from the renowned Menzies Vineyard, planted on the region’s famous terra rossa soils over limestone. Named after former South Australian Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies, this wine has long been regarded as one of Australia’s benchmark Cabernet Sauvignons. Presented in magnum format, it offers slower maturation and outstanding cellaring potential, making it particularly appealing to collectors.
On the palate, it is powerful yet beautifully poised, with layers of blackcurrant, cassis and mulberry complemented by notes of violets, cedar, dark chocolate, tobacco leaf and bay leaf. Fine-grained tannins provide structure and precision, while vibrant acidity carries the wine effortlessly across the palate. Matured in a combination of French, Hungarian and American oak, it balances concentration with elegance, finishing long with lingering dark fruit, graphite and savoury spice complexity.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding choice for lovers of classic Australian Cabernet Sauvignon and serious collectors seeking a cellar-worthy magnum. The 2019 vintage is highly regarded for its balance, purity and ageing potential, while the larger format will allow the wine to evolve gracefully over decades. Enjoy with extended decanting today or cellar confidently for the next 15–20+ years. Pair with char-grilled rib-eye, roast lamb, beef Wellington, venison or aged hard cheeses.
