Bright red with a purple hue, a glass of Estate Vineyards Syrah is like opening a spice box. It overflows with cherry, blackberry, boysenberry, thyme, pepper and the irresistible scents of Black Doris plum and vanilla. There are floral lift and charm here, but also a supple palate with luxurious savoury fruit and enticing notes of red and black liquorice. The perfume and depth of this syrah are matched by its fine, textural expression, balance and soft, even tannins. Food match with a wonderful accompaniment to all red meats, savoury and lightly spiced dishes of Mediterranean cuisine, as well as soft cheeses.

The Upstarts Shiraz is bursting with the classic things we want to see in the cool, high altitude growing conditions of the Central Ranges. This is a leaner version of Shiraz that's all about elegance and refreshment — unlike many other famous styles of warmer regions. Aromas of white pepper on the nose and mouth-puckering (the good kind) sour plum and boysenberry on the palate all tied up with a pretty floral touch of violet. Refreshing elegance.

The fruit for the Pour Le Vin Faim de Loup Syrah 2021 vintage comes from the southwestern Languedoc, in the Aude region. The vines are 40 years old, thriving on a sandy, silty soil. Faim de Loup means "Hungry like a wolf", and this is a wine for hearty foods and cosy nights in front of the fire.

Bests Great Western Bin No.1 Shiraz is a classic, cool-climate and aromatic Shiraz which flaunts a very dark red colour with garnet hues. The wine's perfumed bouquet lifts with aromas of red plums, exotic spices, black olives and black jubes, along with nutty notes. On the palate, flavours of juicy and dark red fruits fill the mouth. Powdery tannins provide a rich and ripe medium-bodied texture, leading to a long finish. This well balanced, award-winning Victorian Shiraz is a great match with dishes like slow cooked lamb leg and spring lamb.

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.

In June 1790 after a hard six month voyage, the Second Fleet arrived at Sydney Cover where a tiny penal colony had been established by the first fleet two years below. Over a thousand convicts started the journey and while over 200 perished during the voyage, the survivors worked hard to carve our a new life in the fledging colon which would one day become Australia. This opulent shiraz is deep brick red with purple hues in colour. It displays layers of dark berry fruits and pepper spice with soft tannins, giving way to a smooth lingering finish. This wine pairs perfectly with an eye-fillet of beef or braised lamb shanks.

Brokenwood are an icon of the Australian wine scene and arguably the greatest producer the Hunter Valley has ever seen. As they grew vineyards through Victoria & South Australia were acquired. This shiraz is from the premium viticultural region of McLaren Vale. For this vintage, the region had a lovely warm, fine growing season, allowing the fruit to be picked at optimum ripeness. The wine is matures for 12 months in French oak, brining out bright plum and spice aromas, carrying to the palate with fine, subtle tannins and a clean, long finish.