An amazing parcel of rich, dark, concentrated McLaren Vale Shiraz has gone into 'The Prize' ... look forward to a mouthful of powerful dark fruit, a tempting dark chocolate richness, and a silky, spicy, long, long palate. This is a beauty. Enjoy.

Produced from low yielding, hand harvested vines and made using traditional techniques, D'Arry's Original is a smooth, textured, full bodied red which typifies the generous McLaren style. Always one of those little cellar stars that you can buy up a case or two, hide under the house for a decade and be quietly content that d'Arry's Original will be shining in a decade.

Thorpe & Smart Shiraz is a celebration of individuality, history and regionality from Yangarras estate vineyard in McLaren Vale. This wine pays homage to the prominent pioneering families of the region to be a true local you must either be a Thorpe or a Smart. The elevated blocks, with their variations of ancient soils and cool air flowing down from the nearby ranges, produce an elegant Shiraz with finesse. While full flavoured, there is intrigue of perfume, bright primary fruit, and soft silky tannins, pairing well with roasted red meat and aromatic spices.

In true McLaren Vale style, Serafino Magnitude Shiraz shows the rich fruit of the vintage, complex and integrated through maturation in French and American oak for 20 months.

Fox Creek Short Row Shiraz is a terrific McLaren Vale Shiraz with lovely suppleness of texture. Plum aniseed and rich fruit-cake flavours are woven around spicy oak and light lingering tannin.

Re-tasted on 07/06/2022 Magnificent colour displaying a pitch black core with a very deep black dark red hue. Pronounced black cherry, liquorice and black plum aromas are overlaid by scorched earth and smoked meats followed by spicy vanillin cedar and pepper notes. Tightly built rich black cherry and liquorice flavours dominate over inky earth, lightly scorched vanillin cedar, dried meats and blackpepper. Dry grippy finish with tightly grained tannins. Rich yet elegant and muscular in its feel. Good underlying power with a long black cherry, liquorice, smoky vanillin cedar, dried meats and earthy pepper aftertaste. Cellar 8-10 years. Alc. 14.5%

The Hill Block straddles the ridge running through the Chapel Hill estate. The wine was then aged for 19 months in 100% tight grained French oak. The proportion of new oak was kept low to encourage the continued expression of the characters that are unique to the vineyard site.

This iconic McLaren Vale Shiraz has aged into a beautifully plush and rounded classic. The once-powerful dark fruit has softened into a smooth, velvety sweetness that coats the palate, showing off that famous "Grey Label" richness without any sharp edges. It is now at its absolute peak of approachability, offering a deep, satisfying flavor that is incredibly easy to enjoy a perfect example of a premium South Australian red that has mellowed into pure silk.

The Smidge "The Ging" Shiraz 2018 from McLaren Vale is a wine that embodies the bold and robust characteristics of the region. Upon pouring, it reveals a deep ruby red color with a hint of purple. The nose is immediately greeted with intense aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, and a touch of spicy oak. On the palate, this full-bodied Shiraz offers a rich and velvety texture, with flavors of dark cherries, blackcurrants, and a hint of dark chocolate. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and lingering finish. This vintage from Smidge Wines showcases the excellent quality of McLaren Vale's terroir, with its warm climate and ancient soils. A must-try for Shiraz lovers, this wine will continue to develop and evolve with age. Pair it with a juicy steak or hearty stew for a truly indulgent experience.

The palate is plush, opulent and velvety. HATCH is delicious now, however you will be reward with medium to long-term cellaring