The Mêlée from Paulmara Estates is a curious blend of Sangiovese, Shiraz and Malbec that just works. It's a wine with fruit density, a long finish and handfuls of fine spices. Consider it a special for woodfired pizza or souvla night.
A generous type, the savoury characters shine with mint, dried herbs, cedar, and a little nuttiness coming to the fore. There is a fair chunk of oak but it's absorbed by the richness of the dark berry and plummy fruit. Drying cocoa like tannins coat the mouth on a lengthy finish. Consume this with something that has been touched by fire and you're doing well.
Drink to five years.
89/100
Region: Barossa