2018 Yalumba Paradox Shiraz, Barossa Valley

A rich, warm climate expression strung across a bow of reductive tension: violet lift segueing to iodine, smoked meat, tapenade and pulpy whole-berry blue fruit scents. Juicy and energetic, with a plume of clove and pepper-doused acidity. Long and admirably crunchy for a wine of this weight.

93 points Ned Goodwin MW winecompanion.com.au

Crimson red in colour. An alluring bouquet of wild fennel, boysenberry and rose petals, surrounded in subtle notes of smoky oak. A generous palate with loads of boysenberry, chocolate and plum cake. The wine has a silky texture and finishes with velvet-like tannins, making it a delight to drink.