Ben Murray Marananga Shiraz 2023 from Ben Murray Wines in the western Barossa sub‑region of Marananga is a dense, vibrant and seriously moreish Shiraz that captures all the blue‑black fruit power this patch of dirt is famous for. This Marananga Shiraz 2023 feels tailor‑made for Barossa lovers who want richness with polish.

On the nose you are looking at a rush of blackcurrant, blueberry and dark plum, with hints of violet, cedary oak, baking spice and a little ironstone and dark chocolate complexity coming through as it opens in the glass. The palate is full‑bodied and plush, with persistent natural tannins, deep, ripe blue and black fruits and cleverly interwoven French and American oak, finishing long, velvety and properly Barossa in weight.

This Ben Murray Marananga Shiraz is a cracking match for slow‑braised beef with mushrooms, chargrilled rib‑eye, smokey BBQ brisket, gourmet snags or a rich eggplant parmigiana. It is also right at home with a serious cheese board laden with aged cheddar or gouda, and will happily cellar for a decade if you like your Barossa Shiraz with a bit of bottle age.