Mud House Shiraz

Mud House Shiraz offers heady aromas of ripe blueberry, dark cherry and blackcurrant on the nose. The palate delivers cherry and blackcurrant flavours balanced by rich dark chocolate notes, with smooth tannins and a warming finish. It's a bold, fruit-forward style that showcases South Australia's signature ripeness and warmth.

Mud House Shiraz is sourced from South Australia, a region renowned for producing powerful, sun-ripened Shiraz with generous fruit character. Mud House, established in 1996, is a New Zealand-based wine company with vineyards across multiple regions including Marlborough, Central Otago and Waipara Valley. This particular Shiraz captures the distinctive bold style that South Australian vineyards are famous for.

Mud House Shiraz pairs beautifully with ribeye steak and mushroom sauce, slow-cooked lamb shanks, or grilled red meats. The wine's bold fruit and smooth tannins also complement mature hard cheeses like aged cheddar or strong blue cheese. Its rich dark chocolate notes make it an excellent match for hearty, savoury dishes with depth of flavour.

This Shiraz works wonderfully with rich, protein-based dishes that can stand up to its bold character. Think char-grilled beef, braised short ribs, or venison with berry reduction. The dark chocolate notes also pair well with barbecued meats featuring smoky, caramelised flavours, while the fruit-forward profile balances the richness of dishes with mushroom or peppercorn sauces.

Serve Mud House Shiraz at 16-18°C in a standard red wine glass to allow the generous fruit aromatics to fully express themselves. This slightly cooler than room temperature serving brings out the wine's vibrant fruit character while keeping the tannins smooth and approachable. No decanting is necessary, though the wine will open further if allowed to breathe for 15-20 minutes after pouring.