Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon appears in 21 articles of hers, from 2022 to 2026.
In her words
And the wines reflect that warm climate, their Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir offerings are bold, punchy and direct, great if that’s what you’re after but often a bit much for the UK palate, accustomed as we are to looking for lighter styles, more freshness, lower alcohol.
Her Cabernet Sauvignon, for examples, offers depth and structure but also a restraint that feels far more aligned with how many of us in the UK want to drink today.
For a winter red that never fails to deliver, look for a classic Cabernet Sauvignon, in this case, one from Chile offering perfectly ripe cassis flavours, herbaceous notes and oodles of flavour.
Look for Cabernet Sauvignon from Coonawarra in Australia.
My favourite is Wynns Cabernet Sauvignon which is made by female winemaker Sue Hodder.
The Wynns Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is made from 70 year old vines.
From her archive
Articles
A different side of Napa | Platinum Magazine, June 2026
When you think of Napa Valley, what image comes to mind? For me it’s the stunning rolling hills, lush vineyards, and Mediterranean-like climate of California that…
29 May 2026 · 4 min read
Bank of New York Mellon: Rooftop Wine Safari
Last year, I hosted my largest event to date, a Wine Safari for 80 guests on the rooftop of Bank of New York Mellon. For the first time, I wasn’t pouring solo. I was…
10 February 2026 · 1 min read
The Women Changing Wine | Platinum Magazine
This month, I would like to introduce you to two phenomenal women who are shaping the world of wine. In England, Canadian winemaker Cherie Spriggs has helped transform…
20 December 2025 · 4 min read
Festive Wines for Christmas | The Christmas Magazine 2025
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite shares her favourite bottles (and booze-free beauties) to enjoy this festive season. In my book, Christmas morning unfolds in a very specific…
1 December 2025 · 4 min read
Celebrating Women in Wine at Wild Swans for IWD
This International Women’s Day, I had the pleasure of hosting a very special Women in Wine event at Wild Swans, a chic, independent women’s b
26 March 2025 · 2 min read
Trying A.I Wine from Sainsbury's | But What Do I Think?
A.I. Wine?! Did you ever think you’d hear that? What happens when A.I. meets wine? So I found out that CTZN is made by human hands but
27 February 2025 · 1 min read
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