Pikes Wilfred's Block Clare Valley Cabernet Shiraz 2021

The Gold-winning, top-estate exclusive 2021 'Wilfred's Block' is magnificent. A definitive Australian blend of inky, slatey Cabernet and sumptuous, spicy Shiraz, it’s a contemplative wine – the layers of flavour will reveal themselves slowly.The Pike brothers established Pikes winery in the Polish Hill sub-region of the Clare Valley in 1984, renovating an old stone shearing shed to house their winery and cellar door. Neil is the veteran winemaker (he’s done over 38 vintages in Clare); Andrew the seasoned viticulturist (he spent 22 years working for big names like Wynn’s Coonawarra and Southcorp before establishing Pikes). Together they turned out formidable wines that earn plenty of show medals and critical acclaim. This will cellar well until 2029, but is drinking beautifully now. Decant, pour into big glasses, and savour with good food and good friends.