Top Scorers

One of the finest Grenache wines to be released in Australia every year.

A perfectly poised and salivation inducing GSM from McLaren Vale that's jam packed with flavour.

A delicious old vine Grenache from McLaren Vale masters, Thistledown. Extreme value right here.

A brightly fruited, densely concentrated Shiraz from the exceptional sandy soil of Blewitt Springs sub-region of the Vale.

Dark and intense single vineyard Shiraz made with minimal additions. What Steve Pannell calls a "McLaren Vale Shiraz without inhibition."

A small batch, premium Shiraz from the best block of the iconic Rayner vineyard.

A gorgeously textural Mourvedre rose from McLaren Vale. Soft, zesty and savoury.

Perfumed and powerful McLaren Vale Mourvedre (Mataro) from Vanguardist. Savoury, complex and more full-bodied than its Grenache siblings.

The perfect everyday-drinking McLaren Vale Shiraz full of purity and vibrant flavours.

One of the finest Grenache wines to be released in Australia every year. With 2021 picking up 97 points from Gary Walsh at The Wine Front, this won't be around for long!

A single block release from Steve Pannell's precious Koomilya vineyard. Bold yet perfectly balanced and impeccably crafted.

A formidable Shiraz built in a cellaring style. Quintessential McLaren Vale Shiraz from Steve Pannell.

Evocative single block Shiraz from Steve Pannell. Aromatic, intense and remarkable.

A stunning single vineyard release from the talented hands of the charismatic McLaren Vale legend, Brad Hickey.

Incredibly old vines are responsible for this bright, pretty and crisp McLaren Vale Grenache

A complex and supremely ripe McLaren Grenache with lots of texture. Firm, juicy yet with lots of nuance

An absolutely electric and pure Shiraz from the wonderful team behind Shaw + Smith

An elegant and spicy McLaren Grenache showing wonderful concentration and fine tannins

Premium McLaren Vale Shiraz at such a good price. Silky and complex, it's a gorgeously gentle savoury red with cellaring potential.

A fresh, perfumed and textured McLaren Vale Mourvedre, rarely seen as a single variety.

Terrific mid-to-full strength Aglianico, with plenty of warmth and acidity to match.

Truly stunning Grenache blend from Alan Varney - juicy and herbal and savoury.

A fresh and vibrant Grenache from McLaren Vale that is just awesome drinking.

This may be the best varietal Cabernet Franc released in Australia year on year. A seriously fine, fine wine.