Bethany LE Shiraz 2022 from Bethany Wines in the Barossa is a vibrant, small–batch Shiraz that feels quintessentially Barossa yet a bit more lifted and lively, with fresh wild berry aromas, clove, spice and just a whisper of oak polish giving it real drinkability. Bethany LE Shiraz shows all the ripe varietal flavour you’d expect – blueberries, plums and dark forest fruits – wrapped in fine–grained tannins and natural acidity so it feels generous without getting heavy. It’s a modern take on Barossa Shiraz that’s built for early enjoyment but has enough shape and line to age a few years in the cellar.

On the palate you’ll find juicy black and blue fruits, hints of baking spice, subtle cocoa and an easy glide of tannin that makes it super smooth through the finish. There’s lovely lift from the acidity, which keeps those rich berries feeling bright and moreish rather than jammy. Bethany LE Shiraz 2022 really nails that mid–weight, fruit–first style that suits long lunches, barbecues and weeknight roasts alike.

This is a cracking match with grilled lamb chops, snags on the barbie, slow–cooked beef or a mushroom and thyme pie, where the juicy fruit and spice dovetail neatly with savoury flavours. It will also sit happily alongside a cheese board loaded with cheddar and washed rinds, or even a good old–fashioned pizza night. Serve Bethany LE Shiraz just a touch below room temperature to keep the fruit singing and the tannins nice and plush.