Sticks Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 from the Yarra Valley is a broody, cool‑climate Cab with bright crimson‑red colour, cassis‑driven fruit and that signature leafy, cedary edge that keeps things savoury and moreish rather than jammy. It’s medium‑bodied, silky and nicely defined – serious enough for Cab lovers, but not a heavy hitter.

On the nose, expect blackberry, blackcurrant and mulberry layered with cedarwood, sweet tobacco leaf and a whiff of bay leaf and spice. The palate brings wild berries, dark chocolate and spice wrapped in fine, savoury tannins, giving a juicy mid‑palate, good line and a dry, satisfying finish that invites another glass.

Food‑wise, Sticks Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is a natural with grilled lamb chops, beef burgers, slow‑cooked ragu or a steak night in. It also works brilliantly with chargrilled veg, hard cheeses and Sunday roasts, making it a versatile, great‑value Yarra Cab for cooler evenings and hearty plates.