A past winner (2019) of the prestigious Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy with their 2018 vintage, Bleasdale's 'The Wild Fig' always delivers an impressive value blend of Langhorne Creek Shiraz, Grenache and Mourvèdre. The 2023 vintage of Bleasdale The Wild Fig offers a perfect drink-now red proposition; medium-bodied with lifted blueberry fruit, cherry cola and savoury notes on the nose. The palate offers plenty of personality, with the depth of the Shiraz and the juiciness of the Grenache combining to deliver an all-round delicious red wine. With enormous appeal in the short to medium term, this is a crowd-pleasing style that screams value-for-money. "Three varieties that go together so well, especially if the result is this juicy and appealing drink. Lots of enticing aromatics from musk, sarsaparilla and red berries. The mid-weighted palate follows suit with more woodsy spices, licorice and a flood of sweet fruit. Very satisfying and a brilliant price, too. 92 Points. 13.5% alc. $22. Drink: 2025 - 2030"- Jane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion.
