Leura Park Estate Block 7 Reserve Shiraz 2021 from the Bellarine Peninsula is an intense single‑block, extremely limited Shiraz, crafted as a step up in power, depth and complexity from the estate’s standard cool‑climate Shiraz. Fermented in small batches with indigenous yeast and matured in premium French oak, it is built to age and deliver serious drinking pleasure over many years.

In the glass, Block 7 Reserve Shiraz 2021 shows vibrant crimson colour with aromatic waves of black and redcurrant, fresh cherry and loads of peppery spice. The palate is succulent and layered, revealing dark plum, spice and dark chocolate with hints of liquorice and sage, all wrapped in silky, refined tannins that carry the flavour long after each sip. It’s richer and more concentrated than the regular Leura Park Shiraz, yet still firmly in the elegant, maritime camp rather than big and jammy.

Food‑wise, Leura Park Estate Block 7 Reserve Shiraz 2021 is at its best with slow‑cooked lamb shanks, beef and Shiraz pie, braised short ribs, venison or a perfectly charred rib‑eye steak. It also pairs superbly with aged cheddar, Comté and hard cheeses, or a mushroom and thyme ragù, where its dark fruit, spice and fine tannin structure shine alongside rich, savoury flavours.