Mazza Barristers Block Rusty Mutt Picardy Dandelion Showblock Bird in Hand Claymore Manser 2020 Best Wine Deals

A meditation on all things red that aren't Shiraz or Cab. We've got Touriga, Grenache, Tempranillo, Mataro, Montepulciano, Negroamaro and Aglianico happening here, and a smidge of Shiraz in the Kilikanoon GSM and the Purple Hands GSM. All things alt red, all offering a very different pathway to pleasure than straight Shiraz and Cabernet. Not that there's anything wrong with that!

Three grapes. Three countries. One killer 6-pack.

Australia is now making some of the best Grenache on the planet. The Lienert's Sieben Klon is made from 8 distinct clones. It is fragrant, medium bodied and delicious. Dandelion's Faraway Tree is sourced from the Firehawk Farm vineyard in McLaren Vale- perhaps the greatest region for Grenache on the planet. Chianti remains the spiritual home of Sangiovese, and Bartali one of its most excellent producers. Rioja sets the gold standard for Tempranillo. Carlos Serres are one of only 2 Rioja producers who have been at it for over a century - with old vines, incredible fruit density and an ability to consistently punch out ripping Temps. This magical six-pack spans the globe, yet will set you back just $180.

Whether you’re a Grenache fiend, a sucker for Sangiovese, or just want to see how Rioja stacks up, this is a rare chance to taste six benchmark wines side by side — no airfare required.

Big Reds & Pizza? Not Always a Match…

But that doesn’t mean you have to drink plonk either.

We’ve rounded up mid-weight reds that punch well above their weight in aromatics and flavour — wines that play nicely with a slice (or three). Think:

Old vine Barossa Grenache

Adelaide Hills Nero d’Avola

Turkey Flat GSM — a stunner

And more

The kind of bottles that cuddle up to a Margherita or that prosciutto/rocket/buffalo mozz combo like they were made for it.

Plus, in place of slinging you a garlic bread, we'll send...

A bottle of Dandelion’s flagship Grenache —

Smart, delicious, pizza-friendly reds — and one absolute baller bottle for good measure.

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Sometimes you just need a gift that is unquestionably awesome; something that leaves the recipient in absolutely no doubt as to just how much you value them. Maybe they've gone out of their way to help you this year, or they are just a good friend and you are feeling generous.!

This is that gift!

This is a full dozen gift of full tilt and fancy, award winning Shiraz from the Barossa, the McLaren Vale and the Adelaide Hills.

Yep, 3 bottles each of Yaldara's $250 a bottle Barossa behemoth. 3 more of Showblock's 96 point, $85 a bottle McLaren Vale Shiraz, which offers superb fruit definition and is as smooth as silk. 3 of Curtis' 96-point old vine Mclaren Vale stunner, a rich, black beast that is easy to drink but offers excellent intensity of fruit. Finally, 3 bottles of the Manser Block 4, one of the best Shiraz to come out of the Adelaide Hills, year in, year out.

All up $1,500 worth of magnificent Shiraz for just $360 and because it is a dozen, there is no freight charge.

We wanted to build the best pack we’ve never made before...

And after tossing around a few ideas, inspiration struck:

What if every wine in the pack had someone say,

"That’s one of the best wines I’ve ever had"?

So here it is — a lineup of 4 incredible Shiraz, all with serious pedigree, rave reviews, and a stack of repeat customers.

Yaldara Grand Shiraz – RRP $250

A powerhouse Barossa red — bold, black and luxe

Two Sisters Shiraz – Barossa Valley

From a family that’s been growing grapes since the first vines were planted in the region. Pure, classic, intense Barossa.

Lone Palm Hillside Shiraz – Barossa Valley

Compared to Grange more than once. Silky power, serious structure.

Showblock Shiraz – McLaren Vale

Here’s your chance to stock up on Clare Valley classics without the premium price tag. This dozen features standout Shiraz and Cabernet from top-tier producers including Kilikanoon, Leasingham, Mitchell, Claymore and more...

Mitchell and Leasingham Bin 61 both have industry legendary status. The Claymore Dark Side is a dark horse - a cracking wine at sub $30 a bottle. Kilikanoon, though later on the scene than Mitchell and Leasingham, arguably overshadow both now, given the sheer amount of accolades they have accrued in the last 20 years.

This is a who’s who of the region – powerful, polished reds from top vintages, all for just over $16 a bottle. That’s over $300 off RRP, and every wine is a serious drop in its own right.

Drink now, or cellar with confidence.