LS Merchants Hoi Polloi Red 2023 from Margaret River is a bright, juicy, smashable red built for good times – fragrant, light‑to‑medium in body and made to take a chill, with all the vibrant fruit you expect from the Hoi Polloi range. LS Merchants Hoi Polloi Red 2023 typically shows red cherry, raspberry, cranberry and a little spice and herb in the background, keeping it lively and playful rather than serious or oaky.

On the palate it’s all about freshness and flow – crunchy red fruits, a hint of blood orange and gentle savoury notes, framed by soft, powdery tannins and a clean acid line. It feels silky and gluggable, not heavy, finishing dry and refreshing so you can happily keep topping up the glass, especially slightly cool from the fridge on a warm day.

For food, LS Merchants Hoi Polloi Red 2023 is tailor‑made for pizza, charcuterie, burgers, barbecue snags or a simple roast chook, where its bright fruit and gentle grip cut neatly through salt and fat. It’s also a great match for veg dishes like roasted capsicum, grilled mushrooms or a tomato‑rich pasta, offering enough flavour and structure to stand up to herbs and char while staying wonderfully easy‑going.