2024 Yalumba The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra

Brooding and distinctly Coonawarra with blackcurrant, blueberry and mulberry, violets, rosemary, choc mint and sea spray. The palate has real density with layers of dark fruit wrapped around firm, finely integrated tannins. Powerful and structured with enough freshness to carry the wine through a long finish. Still young and will reward time in bottle. Drink or hold.

94 points Ryan Montgomery for James Suckling, September 2026

The Menzies is one of Australia's great Cabernet Sauvignons and a wine that has become synonymous with Coonawarra excellence. First released in 1987 and named after Sir Robert Menzies, the wine honours the former Prime Minister's deep affection for Coonawarra and Yalumba's long standing connection with the region. Today the Hill-Smith family continue to craft a Cabernet that combines power, elegance and remarkable longevity.

The grapes are sourced from Yalumba's historic Menzies Vineyard, with the 2024 vintage blending fruit from blocks planted in 1994 and 1996. Planted on the famed terra rossa soils over limestone, the cool maritime climate and long ripening season allow the grapes to develop intense flavour while retaining freshness and structure.

Magnificent with roast lamb, dry aged rib eye, venison pie or wild mushroom pappardelle with parmesan. While already impressive with a decant, this is a wine built for the cellar and should continue to evolve gracefully for two decades or more.