(2020) Apparently a blend of Shiraz and Pinot Noir is not that unsusual in certain cooler Australian regions like here in the Hunter Valley, or in Tasmania and regions of Victoria, but I'm racking my brains trying to remember if I've ever come across one before. With only 12.5% abv it is a much more delicate and refined beast than you might imagine, elegantly framed by bright acidity and brisk tannins, the sheer juiciness of the fruit is a delight, masses of edgy cherry and bittersweet blueberry with tartness and freshness to keep it agile and super-crisp, yet abundantly fruity too. Really enjoyable and well-balanced, spiciness and juiciness are the key words as well as that dark fruit character.