The extended 2021 vintage was nothing short of a gift to South Australian winemakers, particularly those in McLaren Vale, and it shows here in a wine that’s full-bodied, cellar-worthy and brimming with complexity. Cooler conditions have dialled up the spice and nuance, delivering a imposing, yet graceful shiraz that’s as detailed as it is delicious. Think chocolate-dipped raspberries, vanilla bean and hints of that classic 'shiraz-y' smoked game note. The fruit is lush and mouth-filling, but there's a lifted vibrancy that keeps it agile. Raspberry jam, rose petal, star anise, cedar, liquorice; it’s all there, unfolding slowly with air. Richness and structure in equal measure. Dense fruit is backed up by layers of chewy, grainy tannins and just enough freshness to keep the finish long, dry and moreish.