Heartland Shiraz 2019 (4 x 750ml)

Tasting notes: A purple rim encompasses a core of deep ruby. The aromas are surprisingly dominated by red rather than black fruits and hints of spice. The blackberry fruit of the palate is accompanied by a playlist of spices, with cinnamon and liquorice on high rotation. Reviews: 93 points, Sam Kim, Wine Orbit It’s beautifully aromatic with dark berry, vanilla, roasted nut, smoked game and cocoa aromas, combined with a gorgeously rounded palate delivering lovely fruit intensity and fleshy texture. Soothing and splendidly appealing. At its best: now to 2029. 92 points, Tony Love, Halliday Wine Companion There’s a genuine honesty to this wine. No affectations: it’s all about pure shiraz in its plum-fruit expression with neatly teased spice – a touch peppery – that gives lift and energy to the fleshy palate. Older-oak maturation over 12 months has added backbone, too. The sweet varietal fruit is more than celebrated, in an everyday manner that still has a note of tannin definition and finish. Excellent value.