Claymore ‘Losing My Religion’ Montepulciano 2023 from the Barossa Valley is a plush, medium‑bodied red that’s all about vibrant fruit and easy charm, with just enough savoury detail to keep it interesting. This 2023 Losing My Religion Montepulciano is a small‑batch, artisan release that really leans into the variety’s generous, crowd‑pleasing personality.​

In the glass expect a core of dark berries and black fruits – think blackberries, black cherry and plum – layered with herbaceous, earthy spice and a lick of dark chocolate. The palate is medium‑bodied and juicy, with ripe black fruits, gentle grip from fine tannins, subtle dried‑herb complexity and a lingering, dark‑chocolate twist on the finish that makes it very moreish.

Claymore ‘Losing My Religion’ Montepulciano 2023 is made for relaxed, flavoursome food – wood‑fired pizza, spaghetti ragù, lamb chops off the barbie, grilled sausages or a hearty eggplant parmigiana all work a treat. It’s a fantastic mid‑week red to crack without overthinking, but has enough structure and 14% alcohol to handle richer dishes and a little short‑term cellaring as well.