Description
This is our go-to quintessential mixed pack which is designed for lovers of big reds. It's full of luscious, ripe reds in a variety of styles from all over the country. Malbec, Tempranillo and Petit Verdot all get a run alongside classic varieties like Shiraz, Cabernet and Grenache.
- 2022 Nick Spencer P.A.R. Hilltops Malbec
- 2022 Vinden Somerset Shiraz
- 2022 De Iuliis Shiraz
- 2023 Bleasdale Wellington Road GSM
- 2021 Mordrelle Malbec Lagrein Cabernet Shiraz
- 2021 Hay Shed Hill Vineyard Series Cabernet Sauvignon
2022 Nick Spencer P.A.R. Hilltops Malbec
P.A.R. is a new label from Nick Spencer, started with the intention of focusing entirely on emerging/alternative varieties in Australia, seeing fermentation and maturation only in sandstone amphoras.
The Malbec for this wine is sourced from a vineyard 600m above sea level with decomposed granite soils located around Young in the Hilltops region. The fruit gets picked and sent to amphora for fermentation and further ageing for 18 months.
It comes out bountiful in aromatics and flavour, with it's purple fruited heart to the fore thanks to the lack of oak.
94 points
"You can tell it’s Malbec, but also, gee, it’s a lot like a good Teroldego. I really like this."
- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)94 points
"This is light and juicy, but, wow, does it finish the job beautifully through the finish! There's no heaviness to this wine – it's essentially built on acidity – but for character and complexity, it really has it going on, and at least, if not more importantly, it's really up there for drinkability too. As they say, delicioso!"
- Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)
2022 Vinden Somerset Shiraz
Here's a wine that ticks all the boxes for a vibrant, modern Hunter Shiraz.
Bold and full of rich dark fruited goodness, with warming hints of spice and impeccably integrated oak. A little bit of whole bunch really adds depth, too, with seductive herbal, earthy notes making an appearance.
Fine and elegant, it's an absolutely gorgeous Shiraz from Angus Vinden. Delicious stuff.
94 points
"This captivating, elegant, single-site wine is wildly aromatic with orange peel, raspberries, red cherries and spice... It has a high-energy vibe with cleansing acid brightness and tension."
- Toni Paterson (Halliday Wine Companion)
2022 De Iuliis Shiraz
The 2022 De Iuliis Shiraz is consistently one of the Hunter Valley's best-value reds, and the 2022 does not disappoint.
Founded by Joss and Anna De Iuliis in Lovedale, De Iuliis Wines flourished under the winemaking of their son Mike, who brings both modern energy and deep respect for Hunter traditions to each bottle. This Shiraz is crafted from low-yielding vines on the family’s original estate alongside select parcels from the Steven and Talga Road vineyards. The cooler 2022 season allowed for slow ripening, capturing purity and depth in the fruit.
In the glass, expect aromas of ripe blackberry, red plum, and a hint of black pepper. Medium-bodied with fine tannins, the palate delivers dark fruit and a subtle earthiness, finishing with a lively touch of spice.
Ready to drink now, this versatile Shiraz is perfect for casual BBQs or hearty meals, and a great introduction to Hunter Valley Shiraz.
2023 Bleasdale Wellington Road GSM
The 2023 Bleasdale Wellington Road GSM is a stellar choice for those after great value in a red. Coming from Bleasdale, Australia’s second-oldest family-owned winery, this wine carries a legacy without the hefty price tag.
Established in 1850 by Frank Potts, Bleasdale has been crafting wines in Langhorne Creek for over six generations, and this blend is a nod to that tradition.
Named after the original road leading to Bleasdale, the Wellington Road GSM combines Grenache, Shiraz, and Mourvèdre into a bright crimson drop bursting with cherry and blackberry flavours. A dash of nutmeg and white pepper adds a bit of spice, while the soft, chalky tannins make it an easy, enjoyable drink.
Ideal with pork belly or duck, this wine is great to enjoy now or tuck away for a bit of ageing. At just $25, it’s a fantastic find that brings a piece of history to your glass without breaking the bank.
96 points
"Glorious GSM. Velvety and flavoursome with perfectly crafted tannin and the length to match. Red berries and blue, peppercorns and cedar, sweet spices and florals. Bass and treble, mid-tones and reverb. This is the goods."
- Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)
2021 Mordrelle Malbec Lagrein Cabernet Shiraz
As the name of this wine suggests, the blend is Malbec, Lagrein, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz - with Malbec making up the majority at 50%.
Expect to find it full of a riot of black and purple fruits, violet florals, abound with a smooth texture, tannin and spice. It's all wrapped in a certain earthiness, too.
A really more-ish kind of red, and one that will go perfectly with any hearty meals.
97 Points
"This lives up to the promise of the colour and the pure fragrance of malbec's clone. High-class tannins and a silky mouthfeel, the flavours ranging through red, black and blue fruits. Drop-dead beautiful stuff. Celestial value."
- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)
2021 Hay Shed Hill Vineyard Series Cabernet Sauvignon
The Hay Shed Hill Vineyard Series Cabernet Sauvignon is a great value expression of Margaret River, sourced from the heart of this iconic wine region. With fruit sourced exclusively from the estate’s mature, dry-grown vines planted in the early 1970s, this Cabernet shows the depth and character that Hay Shed Hill has become synonymous with.
On the nose, you’ll get ripe cassis and berries, with hints of dark chocolate and a subtle minty freshness—trademarks of this storied vineyard. The palate is concentrated yet elegant, delivering layers of blackcurrant, dark cherry, and red fruit, all wrapped in finely integrated cedar oak, giving the wine a medium-bodied feel that’s both powerful and refined.
This will continue to develop beautifully over the next 5-8 years, but it’s also incredibly approachable now, especially if decanted. It's quintessential Margaret River Cab, elegantly flavourful and under $30 - a winning trifecta if you ask us.
96 points
"Fifty-year-old Margaret River vines deliver a cabernet with deep colour, classy blackcurrant and bay leaf fruit with neatly handled alcohol, fine tannins and a dab of French oak. The value for money is the cream on the cake, as is the way the wine gets better each time you go back to it. Its juicy cassis fruit is faultless."
- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)
Customer Reviews
| Price Bracket | $30 or Less |
| Type | Red |
| Body | Full Bodied |
| Size | 7 |
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