Bold fruit, soft tannins and easy on the wallet. This month’s red pick is an Australian Cabernet Sauvignon that holds its own at the dinner table.
A reliable Australian red with character
Rawson's Retreat Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from Cabernet Sauvignon grape-growing regions across South Eastern Australia. This medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of red berries, blackberries, cassis and hints of nutmeg. The palate is soft and rounded with natural fruit sweetness, silky tannins and a touch of spicy oak.
What is in the bottle
In the glass, the wine shows a deep red colour. On the nose, red berries and blackberries dominate the aromatics, with hints of cassis and nutmeg spice evident. On the palate, raspberries and dark fruits spread across the palate. Soft silky tannins balance the mid palate. The wine is medium bodied, soft and rounded with natural fruit sweetness and spiciness from clever use of oak.
This wine is made to be enjoyed young and fresh from release.
What to pair it with
Cabernet Sauvignon is happiest with bold, savoury food. The tannins need something to grip.
- Grilled red meat: Lamb chops, beef steaks or a char-grilled burger all work well. The classic pairing for a reason.
- Braised or slow-cooked dishes: The wine holds its own against rich sauces and long-cooked proteins.
- Bak kut teh: The herbal and peppery character of the broth pairs naturally with the wine's dark fruit and spice.
- Tomato-based pasta dishes: The wine's natural acidity and dark fruit complement the richness of a tomato sauce well.
This is the kind of red that works just as well poured mid-week as it does at a weekend table. Unpretentious, consistent and always food-friendly.
AUSTRALIA
Rawson's Retreat Red Wine - Shiraz Cabernet
JWC Member Price
$23.83
$30.00
