Katnook Estate Shiraz 2022 from Coonawarra is a bright crimson, cool‑climate shiraz that trades heaviness for precision – all about finesse, perfume and fine structure in the glass. This 2022 Katnook Estate Shiraz feels polished and quietly powerful, a very tidy example of modern Coonawarra red.

The nose opens with pristine mulberry, blackberry, violet and white pepper, backed by dark chocolate and mocha for extra allure. The palate is elegant and silky, with vibrant black and blue berry fruits, white pepper spice and sweet pastry notes, framed by lively acidity and finely grained tannins that give seamless flow and impressive length.

Food‑wise, it’s superb with braised beef, slow‑cooked lamb shanks, aged cheddar or a rich vegan chocolate tart, where that dark fruit and spice really shine. This Katnook Estate Shiraz 2022 will also handle hearty winter stews or a good barbecue spread, and has the backbone to cellar gracefully for up to a decade.