The Rascal

Shiraz 2023

“Shiraz and McLaren Vale”. A famous pairing. Are there others? The Royal Family and Corgis? Gin and Tonic? Bogart and Bacall? But why the connection? Pedigree and history: the variety has shown its suitability for so long to the region’s maritime but warm climate, and old yet well-preserved soils, that it’s hard to imagine one without the other. Shiraz in McLaren Vale grows well, always ripens, and with correct vineyard management, produces wines of great depth, flavour and structure.

Vegan friendly

🏆 92 Points - Marcus Ellis - Halliday Wine Companion

🏆 93 Points - Wine Orbit


Winemaker's Notes

Hugh secured three of the very best vineyards in the Vale and dedicated himself, and those he trusted, to develop and work with these very particular parcels of land. The Rascal is a celebration of the three distinct styles that are achieved on these sites when the vines are tended carefully and the wine made with absolute respect for time and place.

Bouquet & Palate

Plum, pomegranate molasses, and black strap liquorice. The ripe fruit and florals backed by bands of bay leaf, vanilla pod, and mocha. Cranberries interplay with blueberry and rhubarb. A plush palate, with graphite slip. Toasty jaggery caramel and demerara sugar.

Food Match

You’ll need your barbecue nice and hot. Char Siu BBQ Pork, Balsamic-Soy Mushrooms.

Technical Details

  • Type: Red
  • Varietal: Shiraz
  • Region: South Australia
  • Appellation: McLaren Vale
  • Vintage: 2023
  • Vineyards: Cellar, Black Sheep, Church
  • Bottling Date: 25/08/2025
  • Maturation: 100% oak matured
  • Cellaring Recommendation: 3-6 years
  • Alcohol: 14.8
  • pH: 3.53
  • TA: 6.3
  • RS: <1.0 G/L
  • Vegan Friendly: Yes
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