Appearance: A deep and intense garnet red color, hinting at its concentration and maturity. Aroma: The nose is met with a captivating and alluring bouquet. Ripe blackberries and plums take center stage, offering a luscious and opulent fruit aroma. Layers of dark cherries and blueberries add depth and complexity, while hints of spice and a touch of black pepper provide a tantalizing intrigue. Subtle notes of vanilla and a gentle oak influence round out the aromatic profile, contributing to the wine's overall refinement. Palate: On the palate, this Shiraz impresses with its full-bodied and velvety character. The ripe dark fruit flavors from the nose come to life, delivering a sumptuous blend of blackberries, plums, and juicy dark cherries. The wine's silky texture caresses the palate, adding a sense of luxury and indulgence to each sip. Finish: The Shiraz leaves a lasting and gratifying finish, with the dark fruit flavors lingering on the palate, along with a hint of spice and a subtle oak influence.

The Bremerton No Added Pres Shz Langhorne Creek 2023 is a stunning representation of the terroir of Langhorne Creek. This vintage from Bremerton Wines is a true testament to their commitment to quality winemaking. On the nose, aromas of ripe blackberry, plum, and dark chocolate tantalize the senses. The deep, rich colour of this wine hints at the intense flavours to come. On the palate, layers of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of pepper dance together, creating a complex and delightful experience. The tannins are well-integrated, giving a smooth and velvety mouthfeel. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant memory of this exceptional wine. Enjoy now or cellar for a few more years to enhance its already impressive characteristics. A must-try for any wine enthusiast.

The Selkirk is an excellent Shiraz from Bremerton and has a rich spicy flavour with a hint of pepper and a long, lingering finish - classic Langhorne Creek in style in a very well made package that can be both a drink now style or cellar nicely for the medium term.

Another impeccably good offering from Chester Osborne combining rich and voluptuous McLaren Vale Shiraz with lifted fragrant Viognier. d'Arenberg is one of the pioneers of this style, the 'Magpie' continues to go from strength to strength.

Vibrant in colour the nose shows plum and berry fruit with spice pepper and well integrated oak. The palate has good fruit weight with attractive berry flavours and a fine tannin finish.

A delicious mouthful of McLaren Vale Shiraz. Paxton has generous ripe black fruits, sweet spice, liquorice and rich chocolate flavours on the palate. Framed by savoury oak and silky fine tannins with a lengthy finish.

Leconfield regularly produce fine full flavoured Shiraz. This release from McLaren Vale shows spicy berry-like varietal character with some minty-chocolately regional hints balanced tannins and well judged oak.

The warm soft reds of the historic Bleasdale winery epitomise the popular Langhorne Creek style. This Shiraz has generous berry flavours with a touch of mint, spice and earth.

d'Arenberg The Footbolt Shiraz is a firm favourite with many McLaren Vale Shiraz lovers and for good reason. This is another great example of the rich, full-bodied style with aromas of ripe blackberry and spice that mingle with minty peppery notes. The palate is full-flavoured, supple in texture with a velvety finish.

Shingleback owners John & Kym Davey produce a lovely, rich McLaren Vale Shiraz here with aromas of ripe cherry fruit, milk chocolate and licorice. Plush and sweet fruited on the palate, the tannins are soft and supple. Wonderful drinking.