Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon: The Wine You’ve Been Dreaming Of.

While the Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations give us the perfect excuse to celebrate all things Cabernet, the truth is we will happily talk about Cabernet it all year long. We are somewhat prone to gushing too particularly when it comes to one of our all-time favourite wines, Our Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon. Strap in, as I’m pretty passionate about this one.

Dru holding a bunch of Ambriel's Gift Cabernet Sauvignon Grapes

Who’s Ambriel and What’s The Gift?

Trivia buffs, here’s a nugget for your next dinner party: Ambriel is the angel of communication. And let us tell you, this wine speaks volumes. Harvested from the OG (read: old gem / original) organic vineyard, our Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet tells a tale of passion and, some might even say… celestial flavour.

Organically Grown, Passionately Produced:

At the heart of Koonara Wines is a commitment to the earth and the magic it can produce. Our Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet isn’t just another bottle on the shelf; it’s a culmination of dedication to sustainable and organic practices. Sourced from our Coonawarra-certified organic vineyards, every grape that contributes to this rich Cabernet has been nurtured without synthetic chemicals, artificial fertilisers, or pesticides. It’s a good bug eat bad bug situation combined with bloody good soil health.

Setting the Mood – Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon

Every wine, especially a Coonawarra Cabernet like Ambriel’s Gift, deserves the right ambience. While you engage with the wine’s sight, smell, and taste, it’s important that you don’t forget about sound. Yes, we are absolutely serious, the right playlist can elevate your wine experience to another level.

Music matters, so here at Koonara Wines, we’ve curated specific Spotify playlists to complement your wine-drinking moments. Whether you’re unwinding after a long day or hosting a dinner party, there’s a soundtrack ready for you.

It’s a bit of a wormhole situation, but I’m confident you’ll find the perfect backdrop tunes for enjoying our Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon. Hot Tip: Our favourite playlist is drinking Cabernet (obviously), but we also love the Koonara Dinner Party, and with over 200 playlists, it’s safe to say we have you covered!

A bottle of Ambriel's Gift Cabernet Sauvignon with a glass of wine beside it in a cosy lounge

A Taste Odyssey

Close your eyes and picture a sultry dance between lush fruits – blackcurrant, mulberry, and plum. Now, throw in a plot twist with smoky chocolate, a splash of mint, and a sneaky wisp of vanilla. Each sip is a party for your mouth that you’ll never want to leave.

Perfect Pairings: SO What’s on the Menu?

Great wine deserves great food. Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon is like that friend who gets along with everyone. Red meats, robust cheeses, and, for the bold – a chunk of luscious dark chocolate. Speaking of Chocolate…

Ever found yourself mid-bite into some tender lamb shanks and thought, “You know what could make this better? Chocolate.” No? Well, that’s why we leave the culinary genius to our mate Gavin from Another Food Blogger. He knocked on our digital door with a recipe idea so deliciously wild that we couldn’t resist jumping on board: Braised Lamb Shanks in Red Wine Chocolate Sauce.

For those sceptical about the lamb-chocolate combo, hear us out. Lamb is known for its rich, meaty flavour, which pairs beautifully with the depth of red wine. Toss in a hint of dark chocolate, and you’ve got a match made in heaven.

Red Wine and Chocolate Lamb Shanks with our Ambriel's Gift Cabernet Sauvignon

Cellaring Potential

So, if you have tried our Ambriel’s Gift and think it’s impressive, wait and see what a bit of age does to it… This beauty is set to age gracefully, peaking by 2037. But if patience isn’t your strong suit (absolutely no judgment), it is still perfect for drinking right now, perhaps even tonight?

What the Critics Say…

We’re not ones to name-drop, but it’s hard to stay humble when the critics sing praises. Our Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon has always made waves, getting nods for its classic Coonawarra demeanour and rich, layered flavours. 

Halliday Wine Companion Review 2022:

Firm, concentrated and engagingly lush… this has a veritable forest of dark berries, shaped by firm structuring tannins and laden with exotic spice. It’s classic Coonawarra – the mint, dark choc and blackberry bramble on the nose are a dead giveaway, confirmed in the mouth. A lovely lingering aftertaste offers even more opportunity to taste. Smart. –
Erin Larkin
Independent Wine Writer
our Ambriel's Gift 
Cabernet Sauvignon with a trinket dish and a card that says LOVE

What you guys have been saying about our Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon:

James said: Love the Cab Sav, and the fact it not only tastes great but is also grown in a certified organic vineyard. Proud of you guys

Denise said: Received your product as a gift from family and was impressed with quality and taste. Hence my reason for ordering and to date have not tried other wines included in my order. Your low sulphites was a draw card as I have allergies.

We love hearing from you, so if you’ve had the pleasure of tasting our Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon, please be sure to share your review on our website. We also love it when you take photos and share them on social media too. You can find us on Instagram @koonara_wines or over on Facebook @koonarawines

Finally…

Sure, we’re a little biased, but this Cabernet really is a headliner, a showstopper, the crème de la crème. So regardless of whether you’re a Cabernet connoisseur or a casual sipper, our Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon is the bee’s knees.

So, what are you waiting for? Try our Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon now, (you can thank us later)

Braised Lamb with Red Wine and Chocolate Sauce

Get ready to meet the Rockstar of dinner dishes: fall-off-the-bone braised lamb rocking a killer red wine chocolate gig, backed by the smooth beats of sweet potato mash and the crunchy riffs of kale. Dive into a meal that's less 'fine dining' and more 'hell yeah, dining. Trust us – It's going to be one hellauva Meal!
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Lamb shanks x4
  • Red onion small
  • Celery 2 stalks
  • 1 Carrot
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 1 Red Chilli
  • 1 Star Anise
  • 300mls Red Wines
  • 500mls Beef Stock
  • 6 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 20g Dark Chocolate
  • 2 Sweet Potatoes (approx 800g)
  • 1 bunch Kale leaves only
  • 40g Butter
  • Salt and Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Dice the onion, carrot, chili and celery into small even sized pieces, Pop to the side.
  • Season the lamb and sear in a hot oven-proof pan with olive oil – 8 minutes
  • Remove the lamb from pan and cook the diced vegetables until soft – 2/3 minutes
  • Add anise, stock & red wine. Bring to a simmer, add lamb and cover. Cook in the oven @ 150c for approx. 90 minutes or until lamb is falling off the bone
  • Remove from the oven – discard the anise and remove the lamb, cover and keep warm
  • Add the chocolate and then reduce the sauce by ½ (approx. 15-20 minutes)
  • Once reduced, blend until smooth. Add lamb back in and simmer for a couple of minutes, coating lamb with the sauce
  • Peel the sweet potatoes and cut into 2cm pieces. The boil in salted water until soft (approx. 12-15 minutes)
  • Remove from water, allow the steam to evaporate for a minute. Add butter and mash – I like to keep mine slightly chunky to add texture to the dish
  • Fry kale for 2-3 minutes with olive oil and seasoning in a hot pan
  • Plate up the sweet potato mash first, then add Lamb Shank and drizzle over sauce. Serve kale to the side and pour a glass of red wine and enjoy.

Notes

• The lamb shanks can be made in advance – in fact most slow-cooked dishes taste better reheated as it gives a chance for the spices to blend together as it cools
• Lamb shanks can be frozen – I recommend removing meat from the bone to make it easier for you. That is unless you want to keep the bone for presentation purposes
• Not a chocolate fan? You can omit the chocolate or reduce the quantity, no problem, but I like the extra flavour the chocolate & chilli bring to the dish
• Searing the lamb at the start is very important. It helps release some of the fat but the more colour you get on the them the more flavour it adds. Just don’t burn them.

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