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The Special-Occasion Pick
Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz (Australia; $23) will give you a taste of what you pay for in the over-$20 range. Big, bold, inky and dark, this full and generous wine showcases a symphony of concentrated black fruit along with chocolate and spicy peppery notes. Savor it with a rich lamb stew, then move fireside and savor it some more.
The Weeknight Pick: Delicato California Shiraz
When you need an approachable sip that sings, consider the delightful Bota Box California Shiraz. Jammy and bright with subtle hints of vanilla, it’s a soft, easy-going wine perfect with pasta, chili and chicken. A three-liter box—the equivalent of four bottles—retails for $18 to $20. Once opened, it stays fresh for at least 30 days.
A Little Sparkle for Valentine’s Day
Combining the unmistakable heft of a big, rich Shiraz with the thrill of bubbles, Shingleback Black Bubbles Sparkling Shiraz (McLaren Vale, Australia; $25) is perfect with meaty fare.
The Weekend Pick
Shiraz often becomes richer and more concentrated as it goes up in price, and Red Knot Shiraz (McLaren Vale, Australia; $12) provides a character-filled case in point. Toasty vanilla and spice notes linger among stirring red and black fruit flavors. Yet a few bright notes glimmer through, making this one very food friendly.
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