Bondar Hope Springs Eternal Clarendon Shiraz 2023 (6 Bottles) McLaren Vale

Bondar Hope Springs Eternal Clarendon Shiraz, from winemaker Andre Bondar, hails from the biodynamically farmed, high-elevation Hickinbotham Vineyard in McLaren Vale’s Clarendon sub-region. This finely wrought Shiraz offers lifted aromas of spice, bramble, forest floor and charcuterie, underpinned by iron-rich minerality that speaks of its rocky, ironstone soils. Full-bodied yet finely structured, the palate displays vivid dark-berry depth, snappy acidity, granular tannins and savory spice, finishing long and layered. With 95 points from The Real Review and 94 points from Campbell Mattinson at The Wine Front, this is a compelling, age-worthy expression marrying regional power with poise.