Sanguine Estate Heathcote Shiraz

Heathcote, Australia

Heathcote's most accessible Cambrian Greenstone Shiraz — dark plum, blackberry, ironstone mineral, and the characteristic earthy depth of ancient volcanic soils. More approachable than Jasper Hill in youth, with the same distinctive regional mineral character that makes Heathcote Shiraz unique in Australia.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Rich braised beef and mineral Shiraz — the wine's ironstone and plum character handles the gelatinous beef; horseradish cuts through the richness; gremolata bridges the herb notes
• cheese: The wine's dark mineral character finds resonance in aged cheddar; fruit paste bridges the Shiraz's plum notes; a distinctly Australian cheese board pairing