Tim Smith Bugalugs Shiraz 2024 from Tim Smith Wines in the Barossa Valley is a cracking, medium‑bodied Shiraz that absolutely nails drinkability – all the essence of Barossa without the heaviness, and outrageous value for what’s in the glass.

This 2024 Tim Smith Bugalugs Shiraz opens with blue and black fruits, cherries, a lift of vanilla and dark chocolate, plus a sprinkle of black pepper and baking spice over a gentle earthy core. The palate is juicy, glossy and slippery, layered with ripe berry fruits and dark plum, kept in check by soft, smooth tannins and a long, flavour‑packed finish that keeps you reaching for another pour.

It’s a no‑brainer with grilled sausages, mid‑week bolognese, chargrilled burgers, barbecued lamb chops or Friday‑night pizza, where its fruit and spice cut through the richness without ever feeling over the top. Bugalugs Shiraz 2024 is also spot‑on with hard cheddar, crumbly aged gouda or a late‑night toastie, making it an ideal house red for parties and casual dinners.