Yalumba 'The Cigar' Cabernet Sauvignon is an exquisite wine hailing from Australia's Coonawarra region. This robust red exudes rich, inviting aromas of dark cherry, blackcurrant and aniseed, rounded off with a note of savoury cigar box. On the palate, expect graceful flavours of ripe dark fruits and spice, supported by finely-grained tannins, culminating in a sustained, stylish finish. Quintessentially flavorful and balanced, Yalumba's The Cigar is as remarkable and satisfying as the vintage Cuban cigar it was named after. Brilliant shared on convivial occasions or paired with a hearty roast.

Tasting Notes

Deep red to crimson in colour. The aromatics display baking spices, plum, licorice allsorts, and blackberries. There are nuances of sea spray and ozone, combined with a melange of dark berries. The palate is rich and supple with great depth. Dark fruits, such as blueberry, are complemented by a savoury mid palate, showing tapenade and dried herbs. There are lovely bitter chocolate tannins and the recognisable structure and architecture that Coonawarra Cabernet is famous for. The palate crosses the line between savoury and fruit sweetness beautifully and will be a lovely youthful wine as well as maturing into an elegant and structural older wine.

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of South Australia's wine country, Yalumba is the oldest family-owned winery in the nation. With a stunning heritage stretching back to 1849, this prestigious winery holds a special place in the Australian wine industry. It unfurls across an estate where vineyards seamlessly merge with the beautiful Barossa landscape, creating an awe-inspiring visual spectacle that is truly unmatched.

A testament to the high standards the business upholds, Yalumba wines are renowned for their consistency and quality. Hand-crafted using traditional methods, and with an unwavering commitment to innovation and sustainability, the winery has remained at the forefront of the Australia’s wine scene as it continues to produce award winning wines. From robust reds to crisp whites and beautiful blends, Yalumba is not only an advocate for excellence in winemaking, but also a champion of diversity and choice.

The winemakers at Yalumba are passionate artisans who are deeply involved in every aspect of the wine production process: from grape cultivation and harvest, to fermentation, ageing, and bottling. This ensures the distinctive character and complex flavour profile of each Yalumba wine.

Visitors to the winery are shaped by extreme hospitality. Greeted with open arms, they are given an insight into the rich history of the estate through personalised wine tastings, guided tours of the vintage cellars and vineyard strolls. The experience is further enhanced by a tantalising culinary offering, including seasonally-inspired dishes made from local, fresh produce--a perfect pairing for Yalumba's exquisite wines.

With its captivating fusion of traditional values and contemporary winemaking techniques, Yalumba has carved an indelible niche for itself in Australia and across the globe. It is a place that invites you not only to enter into the world of fine wine but to drink in the rich culture and timeless elegance of Australian winemaking; and that is simply the Yalumba: a story of history, wine, and exquisite charm.

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