Margan are located in the Broke region of the Hunter Valley and have a simply fabulous cellar door and restaurant, drenched in accolades.

Margan, Shiraz, Hunter Valley, 2016

Garnet ruby heart with brighter purple edges. Aromas of earthy baking spice, purple plums, white pepper, rose petals, light chocolate, a little bit of meaty funk and an umami soy/salty streak. Spot on drinking right now: little choc buttons, with the rosewater and dusty plums all melding together with a silken texture. The umami note ensures a complexity that is usually seen in wines more expensive and reins all in tightly.

RRP: $25
Alc: 13.5%
Rating: 17.5/20

Wine sample courtesy of Margan Family Vineyards