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A bold McLaren Vale Shiraz showing voluptuous blackberry and plum flavours with hints of coffee and chocolate. Rich and satisfying, it can be enjoyed now or cellared for more complexity.

Xanadu Malbec is a vibrant expression of this noble variety, shaped by Margaret River’s long, mild ripening season and maritime influence. Crafted in limited quantities from carefully selected vineyard parcels, it showcases both richness and refinement. Deep crimson with purple hues, the wine opens with seductive aromas of ripe blueberry, blackberry and violet, layered with subtle notes of dark chocolate, graphite and spice. The palate is plush and full‑bodied, revealing concentrated flavours of black plum, mulberry and inky forest fruits. Fine, dense tannins provide structure and balance, carrying the fruit through to a long, savoury finish. Approachable in its youth yet built with cellaring potential, this Malbec is a confident, modern red that highlights Xanadu’s philosophy of letting the vineyard speak first.

Josef Chromy Expression Pinot Noir has been crafted with exceptional fruit from the Coal River Valley, on the lower East Coast of Tasmania. It displays a complex palate full of ripe berry fruits, fine tannins, and subtle oak, all combining to provide a palate of balance, texture, and persistence.

The Jim Barry McCrae Wood is a fine example of the bold Clare Valley Shiraz style. Intense and concentrated, it is well worth putting away for five years at least!

Tim Kirk has quickly become Australia's Shiraz-Superstar. With cool-climate vineyards that are managed pefectly and with expert guidance, Clonakilla is a must have for all serious wine lovers. Tim's Hilltops Shiraz has luscious dark Shiraz fruit, with blackberry, roasted meat and gentle spice in the background. The tannins are ripe, the fruit juicy, the finish long and savoury. Superb.

Bin 138 is an expressive blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro with red and dark fruit aromatics of raspberry, cherry and plum lead to a medium-bodied palate of soft supple tannins, red cherry flavours and Mediterranean spice. Complex, approachable and versatile.

Elderton is one of Australia's great Shiraz producers, year in and year out. Brimming with ripe juicy blood-plum and chocolate flavours, this is almost like Black Forest cake in a bottle!

Fresh lifted aromas of plums and cherries abound with black pepper and warm spices on the nose; This Frankland Estate Shiraz has earthy savoury notes that combine seamlessly with subtle oak flavours and grainy tannin on the palate. It is an elegant cool climate Shiraz with a textured palate and a balanced finish.

Howard Park has joined Australia's First Families of Wine and is amassing a loyal following. From the Scotsdale vineyard site, this Shiraz mingles earthy and spicy aromas layed out before a palate displaying great concentration but supreme elegance. Black fruits, liquorice and five spice overarch layered tannins that are fine and persistent.

If you love your big, bold and brash Barossa Shiraz, then look no further. Michael Twelftree and Richard Mintz produce wine of utmost power and strength. Their Gnarly Dudes is a perfect example. Bold black and blue fruits dominate with a healthy smattering of oak to hold everything in place. Sumptuous!