The d'Arenberg Footbolt McLaren Vale Shiraz 2022 is a rich, full-flavoured Shiraz named after Footbolt, the champion racehorse owned by Joseph Osborn before he famously sold his stable in 1912 to purchase the d'Arenberg estate. Today, this family-owned winery remains one of Australia's First Families of Wine and a prestigious 5 Red Star James Halliday-rated winery, producing some of McLaren Vale's most iconic wines.

Crafted from small-batch ferments before maturation in a combination of new and seasoned French oak barriques, the wine is bottled without fining or filtration to preserve its purity and complexity. The bouquet reveals lifted aromas of dark cherry, black plum and Dutch liquorice, while the palate is rich and generous with layers of blackberry, black plum, mocha, black pepper and subtle spice. Ripe tannins and balanced natural acidity create a smooth, powerful finish with excellent ageing potential.

Awarded 92 Points by Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot) and 90 Points by Aaron Brasher (The Real Review), this classic McLaren Vale Shiraz is a superb match for grilled rib-eye steak, slow-roasted lamb, beef brisket or mature cheddar. Bold, beautifully balanced and unmistakably McLaren Vale, the d'Arenberg Footbolt Shiraz 2022 is drinking superbly now and will continue to reward careful cellaring.