The 2017 Realm Cellars Houyi Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from California, USA is a captivating expression of the varietal. Deep ruby in colour, this wine offers a complex bouquet of ripe blackcurrants, dark cherries, and hints of cedar and cocoa. On the palate, the flavours are rich and concentrated, with layers of dark fruits, spices, and a touch of vanilla. The tannins are firm yet silky, providing a velvety texture and a long, lingering finish. This full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon is well-balanced and showcases the exceptional quality of the Houyi Vineyard. With its elegant structure and bold flavours, this wine is a true representation of the impeccable craftsmanship of Realm Cellars. Enjoy it now or cellar it for a few years to allow it to fully develop its potential. An excellent choice for a special occasion or to pair with hearty dishes.

The 2017 Realm Cellars Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from California, USA, is a true masterpiece. On the nose, this wine presents a bold and complex bouquet of dark fruits, including blackberry, cassis, and plum, intertwined with notes of cedar, tobacco, and vanilla from 22 months of aging in French oak barrels. The deep ruby color is alluring, hinting at the wine's rich and robust palate. On the palate, this full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon delivers a symphony of flavors, with layers of ripe blackberry, dark chocolate, and spice, balanced by firm tannins and a long, silky finish. This vintage showcases the exceptional quality of the renowned To Kalon Vineyard, and it is a testament to the skill and dedication of Realm Cellars. Enjoy now or cellar for years to come.

The 2018 Schrader Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Georges III is a true representation of the stunning terroir of Napa Valley, California. With a deep, opaque ruby color, this wine exudes elegance and power. The nose is an aromatic bouquet of ripe black cherries, cassis, and dark chocolate, with subtle hints of cedar and tobacco. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and velvety, with layers of blackberry, plum, and espresso flavors that linger on the finish. The tannins are well-integrated, providing structure and balance to the rich fruit flavors. The 2018 vintage showcases the exceptional quality of the grapes from this renowned vineyard, and the skilled winemaking of Schrader Cellars. This is a truly exceptional wine that will continue to evolve and improve with time.

The 2018 Hundred Acre Kayli Morgan Cabernet is a beautifully crafted wine from the esteemed Hundred Acre Cabernet Sauvignon Kali Morgan, based in the sunny hills of California, USA. This vintage exudes a deep, rich ruby hue with a nose of fresh blackberries, cassis, and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine reveals notes of ripe plums, vanilla, and a touch of spice, all wrapped in velvety tannins. The balance and structure of this wine are impeccable, showcasing the impeccable craftsmanship of the winemaker. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant hint of cedar and oak. This is a wine that will continue to evolve and delight for many years to come. Enjoy it with a hearty steak or roasted game for an unforgettable experience.

Château La Fleur Pétrus is a Cabernet Sauvignon dominant red blend. Vintage 2010 has the great balance between the intensity of the fruits, acidity and oak flavour. Ripe black fruits and jammy cherries with a hint of meaty back tone. Full body with pronounced tannins, elegantly put together. Perfect for those who love to cellar their reds.

Simply a wine of true perfection. 2009 in Bordeaux has bestowed many a Châteaux with a wine for the ages and in iconic estates like Château Haut-Brion, the wines have been lifted to 'nirvana-ish' levels. One wouldn't be adverse to simply sitting on the nose of this wine for hours without having a want to taste it such is the complexity and aromatic waves that are present. In the mouth though, this Pessac-Léognan boasts flavours of cigar, raspberries, plums, figs and blueberries with a finish that seems to go on for decades. Breathtakingly stunning.

From the stable of Devils Lair, Fifth Leg is a blend of Cabernet, Shiraz and Merlot that is a soft and supple drink-now style. The quality of the Margaret River fruit gives it flavour which will appeal to the serious red wine drinker as well.

Ashtonishing value and pedigree are on offer with the Mouton Cadet Rouge - a historical wine created by Baron Philippe de Rothschild in the 1930s. With access to some of Bordeaux's finest appellations, the Mouton Cadet is considered the premier affordable Bordeaux wine on the market today. Hard to argue when attractive notes of blueberry, morello cherry and blackcurrant simply cascade from the glass creating a truly memorable red wine experience. Sourced from growers from limestone rich soils of the Entre-Deux-Mers and Côtes de Bordeaux to the clay soils around Blaye and the gravel rich Côtes de Bourg. All contributing to what is possibly the bargain old world wine of the year.

Dollar for dollar, wines such as this truly are remarkable value. Soft, round with flavours of ripe plums, blackcurrant and a finely grained mouthfeel.

Merlot is the perfect varietal for those who like their red wines on the smooth side. Soft, velvety and plush with fruit characters of plum, blueberry and blackcurrant, Hardy's have produced a wonderful easy drinking red wine with the added bonus of being bottled in a larger 1L bottle adding great value.