If you’re looking for a bottle of red that feels a little fancy without requiring a fancy occasion, Beresford Estate’s Classic Shiraz is one to put on the list.
Hailing from McLaren Vale in South Australia, this Shiraz delivers the bold, fruit-forward character the region is famous for, while keeping things balanced and approachable. The current Classic Shiraz is priced at $25 a bottle, making it an easy choice for a dinner party, weekend barbecue or simply a Friday night when you feel like upgrading your usual glass of red.
Pour a glass and you’ll get vibrant red and blue fruit aromas, with the wine showing plenty of juicy fruit on the palate. The latest vintage is described as fresh, bright and expressive, with generous fruit through the mid-palate, fine-knit tannins and a long, balanced finish. There’s also subtle oak complexity adding a little extra depth without overpowering the fruit.
And this is a bottle with some serious bragging rights. The 2023 Shiraz picked up the Best Syrah Trophy and a Gold medal with 97 points at the 2026 International Wine Challenge, making the Classic Shiraz a particularly impressive option for its $25 price tag.
It’s also a versatile dinner companion. Think grilled steaks, burgers, hearty pasta dishes, roast meats or a good old-fashioned cheese board. Beresford itself recommends the style alongside grilled meats and hearty pastas, and we’d happily add a long lunch with friends to that list.
Another bonus? It’s vegan friendly, with the wine made without animal products for fining or filtration.
Beresford Estate Classic Shiraz is exactly the sort of Australian red you want in your wine rack: fruit-forward, smooth, structured and seriously good value. Add in its award-winning credentials and you’ve got a bottle that proves you don’t need to spend a fortune to pour something impressive.
At $25 a bottle, this is one to stock up on before your next dinner party.
It’s available now through Dan Murphy’s, BWS, Beresford Estate and selected independent bottle shops nationwide,
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