Shadowfax Pyrenees Nebbiolo 2023 from Shadowfax Wines in the Victorian Pyrenees is a seriously enticing take on this noble Italian grape, showing pale ruby colour, lifted perfume and that savoury, regional edge that makes it such a compelling food wine. This Shadowfax Pyrenees Nebbiolo 2023 looks to be a fine, perfumed and firmly structured release built around fragrance, tannin and juicy drinkability.

In the glass, expect aromas of red cherry, rose petal, orange peel and a touch of anise, layered with earthy notes and a hint of dried herb and tar that nods back to classic Piedmont. The palate should be medium‑bodied yet powerful, with bright, sour‑cherry fruit, savoury blood‑orange bitterness and plenty of Nebbiolo’s trademark firm, mouth‑coating tannins, all carried on lively acidity that keeps the wine fresh and moreish.

For food, Shadowfax Pyrenees Nebbiolo 2023 is a brilliant match with slow‑cooked lamb shoulder, braised beef cheeks, rich tomato‑based ragù over pappardelle or mushroom and truffle risotto where those tannins work like cutlery. It will also shine with chargrilled pork sausages, roast duck or hard cheeses like aged pecorino, making it a versatile option for hearty, rustic, Italian‑inspired dinners and cool‑weather drinking.