Hewitson Monopole Shiraz 2021 from the Barossa Valley is a seriously impressive single‑vineyard red, drawn from a “mother vine” planted back in 1853 and propagated to create this exclusive Monopole site. It sits in that sweet spot of power and finesse, offering depth, history and plenty of wow factor in the glass.

In the glass, Monopole Shiraz 2021 is deep purple‑crimson with soaring aromatics of plum, dark raspberry and black cherry, laced with coffee bean, mocha, clove, pepper, vanilla and a savoury roasted‑meat, umami edge. The palate is full‑bodied yet beautifully composed, packed with dark berries, choc‑licorice, spice, gunflint and cocoa, framed by silky but toothsome tannins and a long, blood‑orange‑bright finish.

On the table this Hewitson Monopole Shiraz 2021 begs for rich dishes – think roast lamb, venison, slow‑braised beef cheeks or chargrilled rib‑eye with pepper sauce. It also shines with smoked brisket, game pies or a hard cheese board featuring aged cheddar and Comté, where its layered fruit, spice and savoury complexity can really unfurl across a long meal.