Brand & Sons Jim Brand The Pursuit Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 from Coonawarra is a dark‑crimson, terra rossa‑born Cabernet that oozes pedigree – power, purity and that classic Coonawarra line – while still feeling plush and inviting in the glass. It’s a flagship release from a sixth‑generation Cabernet specialist, framed by quality French oak and clearly built for the long haul.

The nose is explosive and alluring, with layers of blackcurrant, mulberry, red cherry and black cherry, wrapped around cigar box, charcuterie, coffee beans, dried tobacco and gentle cedar‑spice notes. On the palate, bright red and black fruits burst forward – berries, cassis and lifted florals – supported by smooth, fine‑grained tannins and savoury graphite and oak complexity after 18 months in French oak (around 30% new). It’s deep, elegant and persistent, offering both immediate satisfaction and serious cellaring potential.

Food‑wise, The Pursuit Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is tailor‑made for chargrilled rib‑eye, rosemary lamb cutlets, venison, slow‑braised beef cheek, truffle mash or gourmet burgers, plus matured cheddar or other aged hard cheeses. Those classic Coonawarra cassis and cedar notes sing with rich, savoury dishes, making it a perfect centrepiece for Sunday roasts and special‑occasion dinners.