Hewitson The Dorrien Bank Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 by Hewitson from the Barossa Valley is a polished, dark‑fruited Cabernet that leans into classic cassis and structure while staying generous and approachable – a smart option when you want something a bit more serious than Shiraz but still distinctly Barossa.

You can expect a deep ruby colour and aromatics in the zone of blackcurrant, blackberry and ripe plum, with touches of tobacco, cedar, dark chocolate and subtle dried herb. On the palate it will sit medium‑ to full‑bodied with juicy black fruits, a clear cassis thread, fine yet firm tannins and enough fresh acidity to keep the finish long, dry and savoury rather than sweet or heavy.

Hewitson The Dorrien Bank Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is tailor‑made for grilled steaks, lamb cutlets, slow‑cooked beef, roast lamb and aged hard cheeses, and it’s the sort of Barossa Cabernet that drinks beautifully now but will reward five‑plus years of cellaring as the tobacco and cedar notes build.