2022 Thomas Elenay Shiraz, Hunter Valley

It is a powerful, weighty, multilayered wine with abundant character. The fruit is dark, the structure dense, and a spirited rustic thread ties it together. Rather than being a wine to dissect, it is a wine to enjoy with hearty fare, good friends and convivial ambience.

95 points Toni Paterson MW winecompanion.com.au

Showcasing this winemaker’s love of purity, it’s a deep, floral, spice-scented Shiraz that sits at the fuller end of the medium body spectrum. Its silky texture, bold flavour, and impressive length tell us it will evolve beautifully over the coming years. If drinking soon, simply decant and serve with a rich braise.