Wine is like an embrace. Much better when shared with someone, and even better when it’s memorable. Some wines have that gentle sense of connection while enjoying them, the kind that lingers long after the glass has been emptied. They open slowly, draw you in, and reveal more of themselves with each moment. Shiraz, when grown in a cool-climate region, has a way of blending comfort with intensity, subtlety with boldness and refinement with generosity.
The Pinnacle Series Shiraz captures that balance beautifully. It’s a wine that invites you in, rewards your attention, carrying a lingering charm and leaves an impression that is most memorable. A reminder that some wines, like some moments, are meant to be shared.
Region: Orange Region, NSW Price: $50 Source: Sample thanks kindly to Ross Hill Wines and Define Wine
It opens with youthful plum and blackberry aromatics that feel bright and inviting. The palate follows through with those same dark fruits, sitting comfortably over touches of spice and pepper. There’s a hint of herbaceous‑ness too, adding a little complexity without pulling focus from the lovely fruit. Medium‑bodied in feel, it carries its fruit with ease and a nice sense of freshness. The finish is bright and lively, with the tannins adding to the shape of the finish, a reflection of its young age and cool‑climate origins. Good length, good energy, and plenty of promise as it settles into itself. A classy, youthful Shiraz that already drinks beautifully and will age nicely with time.
Words from a Wine Glass 