Rusden Ripper Creek Shiraz Cabernet 2022 (12 Bottles) Vine Vale, Barossa Valley

The 2022 Rusden Ripper Creek Shiraz–Cabernet, crafted by Mark Rusden in Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, is a plush yet elegantly balanced regional Bordeaux-style red. Aromas of ripe blackberry, dark plum, eucalypt leaf, and cracked pepper emerge with poise. The palate is medium-bodied, layered with dark fruit, cedar spice, and a savory herbaceous note, framed by fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. A subtle mineral thread adds tension through to a lingering, savoury finish. Matured gently in seasoned oak and vinified with restraint, it showcases varietal purity and structural finesse. While formal scores are pending, it’s already praised for its clarity, depth, and food-friendly nature.