Hewitson Monopole Shiraz 2022 by Hewitson from the Barossa Valley is a ripe, plush yet nicely balanced Shiraz that shows off the region’s classic dark‑fruit power in a polished, approachable frame. It’s very much in the “modern Barossa” pocket – generous fruit, fine tannin and enough freshness to keep things from feeling heavy.

In the glass you’re typically looking at deep crimson colour and aromatics in the zone of blackberry, plum, black cherry and a little dark chocolate, with some spice and gentle vanilla/oak in the background. On the palate it tends to be medium‑ to full‑bodied with juicy dark fruits, soft tannins and a smooth, moreish finish that makes this Hewitson Monopole Shiraz 2022 a natural choice for weeknight drinking as well as casual dinners.

This style is tailor‑made for grilled steak, barbecued lamb, sausages, slow‑cooked beef dishes and hard cheeses, and it’s the kind of Barossa Shiraz that will drink well now but happily sit in the cellar for a few more years if you like a bit more savoury development.