Giaconda Warner Vineyard Shiraz Beechworth GI

Beechworth GI, Australia

Cool-climate Shiraz from granite at 600m; the antithesis of Barossa Shiraz. Northern Rhône in spirit: violet, black pepper, blueberry, smoked meat, and graphite mineral. Whole-bunch fermented; 20 months in French oak (25% new). Restrained power; the wine proves Shiraz's elegance potential in granitic Australian highlands. Sought-after by every serious Australian collector.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Beechworth producer using Beechworth ingredients; Giaconda Shiraz's granite mineral and violet elevate the finest local poultry
• main: Cool-climate Shiraz's elegance and dark berry are natural with game; thyme and blackberry mirror the wine's herbal fruit notes
• main: Beechworth Shiraz's graphite and earthy mineral bridge mushroom-truffle umami; Comté's nutty richness echoes the oak