6 cabernet sauvignons to swoon over

King of the red grapes, where there’s a cabernet, there’s confidence.

Brimming with blackcurrant, raspberry and violet notes, this deftly blended cabernet sauvignon has a splash of malbec, lending to its juicy, fruity, floral character. An energetic, youthful style, with a subtle touch of vanilla on the lingering finish.

A vibrant cabernet sauvignon with characteristic Coonawarra aromas of mint and eucalyptus; topped with aromatic blackcurrant, the sumptuous, cassis-laden fruit balances ripeness with freshness, with sweet vanilla notes on the velvety smooth finish. Downright delicious and great value.

A wine with excellent green credentials, this ruby red is packaged in 95% recycled materials – and can be recycled again. Deep, concentrated aromas of blackberry, cassis and hints of plum are followed by a forest floor of blackberry fruit flavours. The wine feels plump and rounded, with supple tannins lending a grippy mouthfeel.

One of Chile’s strongest suits and a smooth ride all the way, this lip-smacking red is packed with exuberant red fruits. With a beautiful blackcurrant nose, along with some mocha notes and oak, it’s dense on the palate with savoury red fruits laced with hints of smokiness. Big on taste without a hefty price tag.

Argentina’s other red, this is elegant and concentrated with gentle waves of cassis and sweet spice riding on the cabernet fruit. Fragrant and persistent, there’s finesse on the finish with a lingering, spicy brambly note. A glorious glass, bring on the steak.

A super-stylish cabernet, which cushions you as it draws you in – fragrant aromas of cassis, black cherry, oak, eucalyptus and mint offer a wonderful fruit character. It’s suave and polished with a freshness on the silky finish. Similar to a fine Bordeaux, the wine evolves in the glass with a beguiling depth of flavour.