Hewitson The Dorrien Bank Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 by Hewitson Wines from Barossa Valley is a powerful yet polished Cabernet, exploding with ripe blackcurrant, plum and dark cherry wrapped in cedar spice, subtle cigar box and a flicker of dried herbs that gives real lift and excitement in the glass.

On the palate, this The Dorrien Bank Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is all about dense cassis, blackberry and dark chocolate, layered with hints of black olive and graphite‑like tannin that feel fine but authoritative, driving a long, savoury finish. The balance of richness, freshness and structure makes it both seriously drinkable now and clearly suited to medium‑term cellaring.

For food, it shines with char‑grilled rib‑eye, slow‑braised beef cheek or classic roast lamb with garlic and rosemary, where the tannins slice through fat beautifully. It is also superb with lamb shanks, mushroom ragù over pappardelle, truffled potato gratin or a board of aged cheddar and hard cheeses, making it a cracking Barossa red for indulgent dinners.