2021 Ox Hardy Slate Shiraz, McLaren Vale

A very deep, glass staining and brightly youthful purple-red colour leads into a blackberry conserve, licorice/anise and mixed spice bouquet, the palate very full-bodied and rich, concentrated and powerful, with a long and satisfying finish endowed with well balanced supple tannins. Superb shiraz in a big but elegant style. 26 NOV 2023 Drink 2023–2043

96 points Huon Hooke therealreview.com

When Thomas Hardy purchased the Upper Tintara Vineyard in McLaren Vale in 1871, it heralded the foundation of one of Australia’s greatest winemaking dynasties. Today the picturesque 115 Ha property is still owned by the Hardy family, and consists of native protected scrub and approximately 45 Ha of vines, including millennium Shiraz plantings which are the fruit source of this wine.

 Deep purple, almost black. Bold and lively, hints of spice and florals. Intense blackberry, raspberry and rich dark liquorice. Medium-bodied with grippy, powdery tannins that move through to a long, smooth finish.