The Saint is Stephen Dew and the Scholar, Reid Bosward. Destemmed fruit and French oak barriques for 7 months (10% new).

Saint & Scholar, Shiraz, Adelaide Hills, 2021

Deep garnet to ruby. Earthy, coffee grounds and cassis with dark raspberry and warm strawberry. Ganache chocolate and mocha tinged oak work and a touch of charcuterie depth. Dark fruit, earthy and base with charismatic flair. Lightly chewy tannin and black pepper spice. Personality plus.

RRP: $30
Alc: 14.5%
Rating: 18/20 (92/100)

Wine sample courtesy of Saint & Scholar