🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby red with vibrant crimson hues. Bright and youthful in the glass, showing excellent colour and concentration.

👃 Aromas
Generous and inviting, with ripe blackberry, dark cherry and plum complemented by red berries, violet and subtle spice. Hints of liquorice, dried herbs and savoury notes add complexity.

👅 Palate
Juicy and beautifully balanced, combining the rich dark-fruit character of Shiraz with the savoury, spicy personality of Tempranillo. Blackberry, plum and red cherry are layered with pepper, liquorice and gentle earthy notes. The tannins are supple and well integrated, giving the wine an easy, flowing character.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium to full-bodied with a smooth, rounded texture and fine tannins. Fresh acidity keeps the palate lively, leading to a persistent finish of ripe berries, spice and savoury fruit.

🍇 Overall Style
A vibrant and approachable Clare Valley red blend that shows why Shiraz and Tempranillo work so well together. Generous fruit, savoury complexity and freshness make this an extremely versatile drinking style. Pikes currently lists the 2023 Los Companeros as a Clare Valley Shiraz Tempranillo. Pikes Wines

🍽️ Food Pairing
Excellent with chorizo, chargrilled lamb, barbecue pork, beef tacos, Spanish-style sausages, pizza or a hearty antipasto platter.

⭐ BBD Verdict
A terrific combination of Australian Shiraz richness and Tempranillo’s savoury Spanish character. Juicy, spicy and immediately appealing, with enough structure and complexity to keep things interesting. A genuine crowd-pleaser and an excellent food wine.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷