2018 d'Arenberg Footbolt Shiraz, McLaren Vale

Very deep, youthful, bright colour which stains the glass. A blackberry jam and licorice bouquet translating to a medium to full-bodied palate, which is generous at this price, and finishes with the tannin grip of a proper dry red wine. There is richness, weight and length, remarkable at the price. It's that rare thing under AUD $25: a red wine with character. And very good value. 08 SEP 2020 Drink  2020–2030

Huon Hooke therealreview.com

Joseph Osborn was a successful racehorse owner and Footbolt was the pride of his stable. In 1912 he made the hard decision to sell his horses to purchase the d'Arenberg property.

A consistently great McLaren Vale Shiraz. Generously rich with amazing fruit weight and balanced, chewy tannins. Brimming with ripe red fruits and an underlying layer of subtle oak, as well as a hint of pepper. This wine represents great value, and has a long life ahead of it... If you can resist!