Tumblong Hills J Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 from Gundagai is a graceful, medium‑to‑full bodied cabernet with classic dark fruit and a really tidy, elegant structure – very much a “proper dinner” red rather than a bruiser. It shows that cool‑climate balance of fruit, acidity and tannin that makes Australian cabernet so food‑friendly.

In the glass, Tumblong Hills J Block Cabernet Sauvignon sits deep purple, with ripe plum, blackberry, violet and spearmint notes, plus cedar and a hint of cinnamon from quality French oak maturation. The palate is rich yet poised, carrying dark, ripe fruits and varietal cabernet tannins in an elegant, layered style, with a dry finish that’s long, savoury and cleansing rather than heavy.

It’s a natural match for beef and venison – think filet mignon, prime rib, lamb shanks or game dishes – as well as hard cheeses, where that cassis, cedar and minty lift really shines alongside hearty, flavoursome food.