Blickinstal Black Groben Shiraz Petit Verdot 2021 from Blickinstal in South Australia is a big, character‑packed Barossa red, bringing the generosity of Shiraz together with the colour, tannin and spice of Petit Verdot for a seriously flavoursome, food‑ready blend. It is very much a bold yet polished style that will appeal to lovers of richer reds.

In the glass, this Blickinstal Black Groben Shiraz Petit Verdot 2021 offers dense dark berries, blackberry and black cherry layered with vanilla, licorice and a touch of leather and subtle oak. Fine but assertive tannins frame the ripe fruit, giving a full‑bodied palate with good structure and a long, warming finish that suggests a few years’ cellaring will only add complexity.

On the table, it is crying out for grilled rib‑eye, slow‑roasted lamb shoulder, rich beef stews or a classic BBQ spread, where its dark fruit, spice and tannin can wrap around the protein. It will also sit beautifully with hard cheeses and charcuterie, and makes a cracking fireside red when you want something robust, flavoursome and distinctly Barossa in personality.