Tim Smith Barossa Mataro 2023 from the Barossa Valley is a thrilling, old‑vine expression that shows just how charismatic this variety can be in the right hands – deep, fragrant and unapologetically savoury yet beautifully polished.

In the glass, this 2023 Tim Smith Barossa Mataro bursts with blue and purple flowers, cola, sarsaparilla and vibrant red and dark berries, backed by dried herbs, a touch of char, meatiness and cool mint. The palate is bold but refined, with plush purple fruit, ripe dark berries and a lick of savoury minerality, all carried on lively, fine‑grained tannins and excellent length.

It’s a cracking food wine – think roast beef with pan juices, slow‑braised lamb shanks, grilled sausages, rich casseroles or roasted root vegetables with herbs where its meatiness and spice can really shine. Aged cheddar, manchego or a truffled hard cheese will also play beautifully with its earthy side, making this Barossa Mataro a standout choice for hearty dinners and winter entertaining.