A really delicate nose, black and red cherry, strawberry leaf and a slight hint of sweetness. Palate is an absolute powerhouse, rich in flavour but still drinks with the brightness and elegance of a pinot. Sour cherries abound, framed by vanilla, mulberry and baking spices. Fine but grippy tannins, acidity gives it length and drive. Cherry pie in a glass

You’ve probably heard of ‘Super Tuscan’ wines (red wines from Tuscany which often include both local and international grapes varieties in the blend). Well, this is the concept behind this new Sicilian star. Winemaker Domenico De Gregorio (known as Mimmo to his friends) calls it a ‘Super Sicilian’. He has taken local charmer Perricone and blended it with dark berry-spiced Syrah and ripe red plum Merlot. The result? A juicy, berry-intense red with a soft, mouth-coating texture. Capturing the warm heart of Sicily, it’s so good, Mimmo put his name on it! Silky-smooth, it’s great to savour slowly on its own. Or why not pair with some delicious Sicilian classics, such as arancini or pasta alla norma (with aubergine), for the best experience?

With a deep purple-red color, this Syrah delivers delicate aromas of black and red wild berries. On the palate, it also reveals floral hints of violet. This cuvée is appreciated for both its finesse and its crunchiness.

Located within Murrumbateman in the now prestigious wine region of Canberra District, comes Eden Road who are well known for cool-climate, elegant style wines. Here their 'The Long Road' Syrah is actually sourced from vineyards that are both within the Canberra District and other nearby regions, like Hilltops. The result is a Syrah that is lifted in both aroma and flavours of ripe red cherries and strawberry. 14 months in older French oak has also provided a subtle savoury note with extreme elegance.

Enjoy an excellent vintage Syrah from the superb Chalk Hill, where "The range of Syrah here is stellar." (Ned Goodwin MW) with Gold and high scores up to 96pts. "Offering fabulous fruit purity with seductive complexity, the wine shows Black Doris plum, blueberry, violet, dried herb, game and roasted hazelnut aromas on the nose. The palate is equally satisfying with excellent weight and plush texture, wonderfully framed by velvety mouthfeel and beautifully melded tannins. Graciously opulent with an impressively long, expansive finish. 95pts” (Sam Kim, Wine Orbit). "The growth of Chalk Hill has accelerated after passing from parents John and Diana Harvey to grape-growing sons Jock and Tom. Both are heavily involved in wine industry affairs" (James Halliday). The excellent Renae Hirsch heads an impressive wine team.

The estate was started in 1955. Patrick and Christophe Bonnefond now control 65 acres in northern Rhone of which 18 acres is in Cote Rotie. Colline du Couzou comes from an assemblage of plots in the north and south of the Cote Rotie appellation. The fruit is 80% dedstemmed and consists of 95% Syrah and 5% Cinsault. The wine is aged in small barrels for 18 months.

Once again this producer provides us with a handy little number showing plenty of varietal and regional characteristics. Sticks Pinot Noir from Yarra Valley, features lovely red cherry flavours with playfull spices and charry oak influence. Lean with subtle tannins and medium finish.

This luscious red comes from Zuccardi - an outstanding, third generation family cellar founded in the 1960s by Don Alberto Zuccardi. A decade before, he'd started an irrigation company, then planted a vineyard to demonstrate to other producers how his system could benefit grape quality. The rest, as they say, is history, and Zuccardi have become one of the leading cellars in Mendoza. Today his grandson Sebastián is winemaker, assisted by Rubén Ruffo. This is a silky, elegant red, with Syrah adding spicy red fruits and structure to Malbec's darker velvety berry notes. Recommended with chilli, a beef stir-fry or on its own.

From Chateau Les Mesclances, a multi-award-winning Provencal estate, the 2018 Faustine Rouge AOC Cotes de Provence La Londe is an exceptional expression of the estate?s red wine craftsmanship. Produced from carefully selected grapes, the harvest is destemmed, crushed and fermented directly in 225L and 400L oak barrels. During the extended two-month maceration, the barrels are regularly rotated to maintain contact between the wine and the skins, extracting remarkable colour, structure and aromatic complexity. The wine is then aged for 18 months, developing elegance, depth and refinement. Deep garnet red in colour, the nose is powerful and complex, revealing aromas of ripe dark fruit, black cherry and plum, complemented by notes of eucalyptus, pine, Mediterranean herbs and subtle spice. The palate is rich and beautifully structured, with concentrated fruit, silky tannins and impressive length, delivering a wine of remarkable depth and character. A sophisticated Provence red with excellent ageing potential, the 2018 Faustine Rouge is best enjoyed with mature meats, grilled lamb, game dishes, roasted vegetables and aged cheeses. Serve between 16?19øC and consider decanting before serving.