Nick O’Leary Heywood Shiraz 2023 from Nick O’Leary in the Canberra District is a beautifully poised single‑vineyard Shiraz – perfumed, medium‑bodied and all about cool‑climate elegance. Nick O’Leary Heywood Shiraz 2023 draws fruit from the estate Heywood site, channelling that lifted spice, dark fruit and fine structure the vineyard is known for.

Aromatically it’s red fruits, sage and lifted white pepper, with brambly dark berries and a dusting of classy oak sitting underneath. The palate is medium in weight, sleek and structured – brambly dark berry characters, bright acidity and shapely, detailed tannins that give length and drive without heaviness.

Food‑wise, it’s spot‑on with lamb cutlets, rare steak, venison, beef cheeks and richer mushroom dishes, plus aged cheddar or hard Aussie cheeses. It’s a serious yet highly drinkable Canberra Shiraz that will appeal to anyone who loves spice, fragrance and finesse in their reds.