Levantine Hill Levant Shiraz 2023 from the Yarra Valley is a cool‑climate Shiraz that nails the sweet spot between plush fruit and savoury spice – serious pedigree, but made to be happily drunk rather than just cellared.

2023 Levant Shiraz shows aromatic white pepper, cloves, cardamom and ginger wrapped around luscious Damson plums and ripe red and black fruits. On the palate you get flavours of red and black berries, Red Delicious apple, pomegranate and subtle floral, charcuterie and sous‑bois notes, all riding a prominent acid line with chewy yet fine tannins for structure and length. It’s rich and intense in flavour, but still very much a poised, cool‑climate style.

Food‑wise, Levantine Hill Levant Shiraz 2023 is a natural with grilled steaks, lamb chops, slow‑cooked beef, hearty stews or barbecued sausages, where its peppery spice and dark fruit soak up char and richness beautifully. It will also sit nicely alongside hard cheeses and mushroom‑based dishes, making it a versatile premium Shiraz at a very fair price point.