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Bleeding Heart Cabernet Sauvignon was crafted by the fusion of 8% Shiraz and 92% Cabernet grapes. These grapes were chilled, destemmed and then cold soaked. This led to the creation of a deep ruby red coloured wine. The vibrant bouquet exudes mesmerising aromas of currant and blackberry, with bramble and savoury oak hints lurking in the background. The plush palate is rife with ripe plum and dark berry flavours, supported by fine tannins. This delicious Cab Sauv ends in a long and structured finish. Drink this mouth-watering red wine with slow roasted lamb shoulder and seasonal roast vegetables to relish its wonderful flavours.

Trains played a key role in early South Australian history. McLaren Vale was a central stop for passengers on their journey between Melbourne and Adelaide before highways rendered the railways unnecessary. Now, these 'ghost rail lines' are all that's left of the bustling intercity connection; a testament to times past when trains ruled. The rolling stock that sits idle are all that's left; a Train to Nowhere. This Shiraz is a tribute to those trains that carried passengers faithfully between cities. It displays sweet blackberry and Christmas cake aromas, with a full palate of dark fruit and dashes of cinnamon and spice.

Savour a glass of The Barque Mclaren Vale Merlot with its sweet & tart notes of mulberry and plum. Expertly mixed with a rich mocha flavour, the finish is velvety and smooth, which pairs well with steak, lamb and chicken.

A bright and expressive nose loaded with red fruits, cherry and plum. The palate is both juicy and bold with spice and smooth milk chocolate-like tannin. The Shiraz component adds depth and dark fruits, while the Grenache delivers a vibrancy and energy with a fresh finish.

There would likely be few people who haven’t heard the Hardy name around, with a legacy going all the way back to the 1850s with the planting of some of South Australia’s first vines. So, when it comes to Geoff Hardy, great-great grandson of Thomas Hardy, it’s fair to say that skill and passion for the wine industry run in his blood. I sat with Geoff to taste this wine amidst the autumn leaves falling from the trees into the lake at his Kuitpo winery, and there was a resonance with this label itself. The wine was impressive, although Geoff’s humble attitude wouldn’t let you know that. It’s hard to put a price on a wine like this, and it’ll be the last thing you’re thinking about when you pour out the last drops from the bottle.

The art of élevage is the skill of blending in the cellar, raising the potential of exceptional grapes to deliver something profound in the bottle. Meticulously blended parcels of wine, and the mystery of specially selected oak barrels deliver intense flavours, complexity and palate length. Intimate knowledge of the finest Shiraz vineyards in McLaren Vale and exquisite blending of barrel aged wines create a flavour sensation of blackberries, plum jam, cocoa, dark graphite and cedar wood characters leading a rich, smooth and concentrated palate enhanced by an expansive mouthfeel and velvety tannins. Balanced, decadent and extremely luxurious, this is a wine for serious celebrations.

Angove make wine from all over South Australia, but McLaren Vale is one of their favourite stomping grounds. They have access to some of the finest vineyards in the vale and the best parcels of special fruit. Their hand-crafted wines show off the region’s expressive style to perfection.Here, dark chocolate, plum, and morello cherry flavours meld with delicious spice and creamy oak ... this is intensely dark and deliciously smooth. Great with a char-grilled steak.