Inspired by the styles of Southern Rhone, this blend of Mataro, Grenache and Shiraz from Tim Smith is one one of the best bang for your buck blends in the Barossa right now.
From 99-year-old vines at Little Branch, this is Steve Pannell at his absolute peak – a marvelous modern Australian Grenache of rare clarity, balance and power.
A characterful, small-batch red from McLaren Vale’s nonconformists, made with organically grown Primitivo and a low-intervention hand that keeps things lively, not heavy.
Phase Three’s Dero is Barossa Syrah done their way – tiny volumes, old-vine sites, a bit of Cabernet in the mix, and a whole lot of character packed into the bottle.
A dry-grown Mourvèdre from Swinney – dark, spicy and textural, showing the depth and precision that come from generations of careful farming in Frankland River.
A benchmark regional blend that combines seven grape varieties and multiple soil types into a powerful, savoury Swartland red with incredible longevity.