Deep garnet red with a crimson hue. Spicy plum fruit aromas with intense 'broody' fruits. Hint of sweet oak with some smoky tamarillo characters. A well flavoured wine with loads of red berry fruits predominating. It has the dusty, savoury notes typical of Tempranillo with its good structure coming from the 'chewy' and lightly drying tannins. With its good structure and great length of flavour it can be matched with any foods or cellared for the short term for further complexity. Located in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, West Cape Howe was named after a famous coastal landmark nearby. It was founded in 1997 by Brenden and Kylie Smith before being sold to Gavin Berry (ex-Plantagenet) and partners. West Cape Howe source fruit from specific vineyards, and sometimes specific plots, throughout the maritime-influenced Great Southern wine region. Premium parcels of fruit come from their Langton vineyard, planted in 1978. It has some of the most mature vines in the whole Great Southern area. Senior winemaker Gavin Berry prides himself on creating innovative wines that reflect the diversity of the Great Southern region. He makes wines from Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon, to name just a few. The wine styles vary from fresh and fruity, under the Western Australian label, to wines with a more regional focus, under the Great Southern label.

Elegant spice and white pepper notes, with a fruit forward wine that dances the line between warm and cool climate Shiraz. Early picked Shiraz was given extended skin contact to increase mouthfeel and depth to the palate with 12 months in barrel.

Grape variety - 100% Shiraz. Oak maturation - Portions of old and new French oak for 15 months. Colour - Medium-deep red with purple hue. Aroma - The wine opens with lifted spice and pepper with a dusty floral fragrance. There are ripe fruit characters of plum and mulberry with savoury oak. Palate - A plump, firm and textured mouthfeel with fine grain tannins. There are ripe fruit characters of plum and mulberry with pepper, aniseed, toasty oak and camphor. Food matches - Traditio

He said “Enticing aromas of mulberry, spice and licorice with hints of violet.”She said“A sumptuous palate of ripe red and dark fruits with a mid-palate of plum, black pepper, and aniseedleading toa long toasty coffee bean finish.” Both said “Enjoy now or cellar for up to five years.”

The 2020 Risky Business White Label Shiraz Pinot Noir from Great Southern is a true delight for the senses. This blend of Shiraz and Pinot Noir, produced by the renowned Risky Business winery in Western Australia, boasts a stunning ruby red colour with hints of purple. On the nose, one is greeted with aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries, and plums, complemented by subtle notes of spice and oak. On the palate, this wine offers a medium-bodied experience with a perfect balance of juicy dark fruits, silky tannins, and a touch of earthiness. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering taste of dark chocolate and black pepper. This vintage showcases the exceptional quality of Great Southern's terroir, making it a must-try for any wine enthusiast. Cheers to Risky Business for yet another successful creation.

Chris Ringland Shiraz 2005 represents an outstanding expression from the vineyard. The vine is powerful, voluptuous and ripe, yet the tannins are plush and mature, with moderate acidity. This vintage will have great longevity potential.

This is a complex, compelling wine with dark plums and ripe anise-like spice on the nose, silky tannins and understated oak nicely completing this moreish Shiraz.