Stanton & Killeen Shiraz Durif

Stanton & Killeen Shiraz Durif 2023 is a full-throttle Rutherglen red from one of the region’s pioneering family wineries, blending Shiraz’s dark-fruit generosity with Durif’s unmistakable colour, spice and firm tannin. It is a bold, warm-climate Australian red built for hearty food, generous pours and serious flavour.

Blackberry, mulberry and ripe plum aromas roll into black pepper, licorice, cocoa and earthy spice. The palate is dense and plush, with Shiraz bringing juicy fruit and Durif adding inky depth, chewy structure and a savoury edge. Stanton & Killeen Shiraz Durif finishes long, warm and satisfyingly dry.

Give the 2023 Stanton & Killeen Shiraz Durif a quick decant, then serve it with slow-cooked beef cheeks, smoky barbecue ribs, roast lamb shoulder or a charred mushroom burger. The wine’s ripe fruit meets smoky, caramelised flavours head-on, while the firm Durif tannins cut through rich meat and make every mouthful more compelling.