Matured in large format oak to let the bold skin contact, show off all the sandalwood, spice and chewy tannin. Everything with the hipster juice is nicely balanced though, and it’s great at a pot-luck because it’ll elevate most foods and be loved by everyone lucky enough to get a sip–don’t feel bad for having three glasses, you deserve it, and you brought it!

Yetti and the Kokonut Hipster Juice 2022

After 36 hours of skin contact, this blushes with candied apple, strawberry, and the tiniest pinch of fairy floss you could pull off the stick. To make things interesting, there’s also quite a bit of structural tannin and a good spritzing of saltiness.

Vinya Vella Bush Vine Grenache Rose 2023

Bullman Grenache Rose 2024

From the pulpy, leesy texture to the honeyed richness that pours with just enough oxidative edge to impress a Jura mate. It’s got the goods when it comes to the savoury matters too, and will be oh so perfect with fish curries.

Oria-Riff Old Vine Semillon 2023

Think strawberries, but with some savoury sage and soft tannins to keep it all light and refreshing, but the structure’s there so every sip will invite a little thought, as well as tasty enjoyment.

Tim Smith Bugalugs Grenache 2022

Sourced from both family-owned and grower vineyards throughout the Barossa, including some that are the oldest in the region, this Grenache shows a real sense of place. In the glass, ripe strawberry and raspberry coulis are complemented by a little sage, saltbush and some lovely sandy tannins tightening it up before the nice and savoury finish.

Corryton Burge Grenache 2022

There’s also a solider of perfectly toasted raisin bread, and hints of pepper. As you’ve already inferred, it’s a wine that offers up a new note/layer with every sip, on top of what you’ve already identified and loved.

Michael Hall Sang de Pigeon Shiraz 2022

There's a beautiful generosity here without dipping into the sweet and jammy territory, with plenty of black spice in the glass balancing out the fruit, with some boysenberry conserve and a touch of bitter cocoa on the finish. Delish.

Crate Shiraz 2021

We’re loving what they’re doing at Richland. All these table wines come through with beloved notes and style, but a couple of delightful surprises as well. So yes, this Barossa has big, poached plum and a good lick of tannin, but there’s also enough vanillan smoothness to make it perfect for everyone.

Calabria Richland Shiraz 2020/ 2021

Classic Barossa Shiraz, right down to the salt, sage and poached plums. This feels like finally whipping off your shoes and putting your feet up after a big day on the tools. A great wine to buy in bulk and have on hand, and solid gift when you don’t know what they love.