From vineyards at the edge of the McLaren Vale township.

J&J Wines, Rivers Lane, Reserve, Shiraz, McLaren Vale, 2022

Calm and spiced. blackberry, blood, mocha oak, black tea, graphite, rooibos, licorice root, coconut slice, char, formic acid, umami/greased baking tray and easy oak spice. Mid to full weight. Neatly focused, good tannic grip, spice driven with a dark fruit melange. Steely, earthy and a touch of umami balsamic character. Floral rose petals unfurling through the tail leave a lingering smile.

RRP: $35
Alc: 14.5%
Rating: 92/100

Wine sample courtesy of J&J Wines