Hardys Nottage Hill Cabernet Shiraz 75cl

Pour this when you want a red that shows up. Hardys Nottage Hill Cabernet Shiraz is an Australian blend that leans into ripe, dark fruit and savoury spice, so your glass tastes like something happened here (in the best way).

Cabernet brings structure and that blackcurrant vibe. Shiraz brings the juicy plum, peppery warmth, and the crowd-pleasing depth that makes this an easy yes for weeknight dinners and last-minute guests.

• Appearance: Deep ruby with a dark core.
• Nose: Blackcurrant and ripe plum, with hints of pepper, vanilla, and a little cocoa.
• Palate: Dark berries first, then gentle spice and oak-like sweetness, with tannins that give it grip without turning it into homework.
• Body: Medium to full-bodied.
• Finish: Dry, lingering, lightly peppery, with a dark-chocolate echo.

Food pairing:Go straight for grilled steaks, lamb kofta, or a proper cheeseburger, anything with char and salt makes the fruit pop.

If you usually reach for Shiraz, this is a smart step toward Cabernet Sauvignon style structure without losing that Aussie boldness. If you’re a Cabernet drinker, you’ll like how the Shiraz rounds the edges and turns the volume up on the fruit.

Serve it slightly cool (think 15 to 20 minutes in the fridge), and it suddenly feels fresher, tighter, and even more snack-friendly.

This is also your “bring-a-bottle” safety play. It tastes confident on its own, but it’s even better with food, which means it won’t get bullied by barbecue sauce, peppered meats, or a table full of dips.

Fun Fact: Hardys has been one of Australia’s best-known wine names since the 1850s, so this blend is basically generations of people figuring out what tastes great with dinner.