Kooliburra, Specially Selected Shiraz, Barossa Valley, South Australia 2021

A full-bodied, powerful Shiraz whose strident acidity, toasty oak and mouthful of tarry tannins should see it develop over a few years. For now, its savoury olive, spiced damson and inky blackberry richness would be a perfect foil for a peppered steak, Mexican chicken mole or hearty casserole.