Charlish & Co ‘Tinto’ Cabernet Sauvignon/Tempranillo 2022 from Langhorne Creek and Kuitpo in the Adelaide Hills is a charismatic, medium‑bodied Iberian‑style red – herbs, spice and ripe fruit all wrapped in a cool‑climate frame that feels both thoughtful and effortlessly drinkable. It’s wild‑yeast fermented, matured in seasoned French oak, then bottled unfined and unfiltered for maximum personality.

In the glass, Charlish & Co Tinto 2022 offers mulberry‑like characters, dark cherry and blackcurrant, framed by fresh herbs, subtle spice and a gentle earthiness. The palate sits in that sweet spot – juicy but savoury, with medium weight, fine tannins and a savoury, persistent finish that adds gravitas without ever tipping into jammy or heavy territory.

Food‑wise, this Tinto is a natural with grilled lamb chops, charry sausages, roast capsicum and paprika‑leaning dishes, plus hard cheeses and rustic tapas. It’s exactly the kind of modern Spanish‑inspired blend you can pour at a casual Adelaide barbecue or a mid‑week roast and know it’ll play nicely with just about everything on the table.