Ferngrove Queen of Sheba Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz – 750mL Bottle
Price: $28.95
About Ferngrove Queen of Sheba Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz
Queen of Sheba is a bold, Cabernet Sauvignon–Shiraz blend built for concentration and savoury spice.
A premium, food‑friendly red that sits between everyday drinking and cellar interest.
Frankland River in Western Australia, is a region known for structured Cabernet and Shiraz with cool‑night acidity.
The wine is presented as a concentrated, oak‑influenced blend that aims for depth and length rather than light, easy drinking.
This expression is a multi‑varietal blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon with a significant Shiraz component and a small Malbec fraction.
Recent technical notes list roughly 73.5% Cabernet, 24.5% Shiraz and 2% Malbec.
The wine is typically matured in oak, producing a dense frame of spice, mocha and cedary notes that sit behind ripe dark fruit.
Alcohol is in the mid‑teens (around 14–14.4%), giving the wine warmth and extraction.
Colour: Deep ruby to almost inky core.
Nose: Dark berry and blackcurrant at the front, layered with winter spice, anise and cedar; oak‑derived mocha and espresso notes appear on the warmer vintages.
Palate: Concentrated black fruit — plum and blackcurrant — with savory pepper, dusty spice and a touch of bitter chocolate on the finish.
Tannins are firm but ripe, giving the wine structure for short‑term cellaring while remaining approachable with hearty food now.
These sensory notes align with recent critic tasting notes describing dusty spice, mocha and gingery oak over ripe plum and blackcurrant.
Serve at 16–18°C to let the aromatics open while keeping the tannins in check.
This wine pairs best with grilled or roasted red meats, slow‑roasted lamb, rich stews and mature hard cheeses. Its oak and spice profile also stands up to charred BBQ flavours and tomato‑based braises.
Forester Estate Premium Shiraz – 750mL Bottle
Price: $24.99
About Forester Estate Premium Shiraz
A concentrated, Margaret River‑style Shiraz from Forester Estate that pairs ripe dark fruit with peppery spice and supple tannins.
Truly a premium, food‑friendly red built for both immediate drinking and short‑term cellaring.
Forester Estate is a family‑owned winery based in Yallingup, Margaret River.
The estate focuses on regional expression from northern Margaret River fruit, presenting wines that balance ripe fruit concentration with regional perfume and structure.
This Shiraz is crafted to showcase the variety’s darker fruit spectrum while retaining a fragrant, floral lift typical of cooler coastal sites in Margaret River.
Fermentation and careful oak handling produce a wine that is plump and textured with silky tannins, emphasising fruit purity over heavy extraction.
The winery’s notes and retailer descriptions highlight a winemaking approach that preserves regional character and freshness.
Colour: Deep ruby with a concentrated core.
Aroma: Fragrant and perfumed, opening to boysenberry, plum and floral perfume with a smattering of white pepper and aniseed.
Palate: Ripe dark fruit drives the mid‑palate. Think plum and boysenberry; supported by peppery spice, subtle anise and balanced toasty oak.
The texture is fleshy with silky, integrated tannins and a finish that leans toward savoury spice rather than jammy sweetness.
Forester’s Shiraz expressions have been recognised in recent competitions, with the winery’s Shiraz entries earning top honours at national shows, underlining the quality focus behind the Premium line.
Recent awards include top Shiraz trophies at major Australian wine shows, signalling strong critical reception for the style.
Serve at 16–18°C to allow aromatics to open while keeping tannins balanced.
This Shiraz pairs exceptionally well with grilled or charred red meats, slow‑roasted lamb, rich stews and BBQ.
It also stands up to tomato‑based braises and mature hard cheeses.
Retail tasting notes and food‑match guidance from Forester Estate and retailers recommend these classic pairings.
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Wine Range (Shiraz Cabernet, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Chardonnay) – 750mL Bottle
Price (2 Bottles): $26.95
About Penfolds Koonunga Hill Wine Range
Koonunga Hillis Penfolds’ approachable, value‑led line that reflects the house style: generous fruit, balanced oak, and consistent quality.
Launched in 1976, it was created as an entry point to the Penfolds stable and has since become a staple for everyday drinking and casual entertaining.
Koonunga Hill is a multi‑regional, multi‑vineyard blend assembled to deliver immediate appeal while retaining the structural backbone Penfolds is known for.
The reds typically combine Shiraz and Cabernet components from South Australia, blended to achieve a plush mid‑palate and approachable tannin profile.
The white expressions follow the same multi‑site philosophy, designed for clarity and length rather than single‑site idiosyncrasy.
Koonunga Hill is built for versatility.
Serve slightly cool for reds (14–16°C) to keep the fruit bright; whites benefit from a chill.
Pair the reds with grilled meats, tomato‑based pasta, pizza and aged cheddar.
The whites match seafood, roast chicken and creamy pasta.
Its approachable tannins and fruit weight make it a reliable choice for casual gatherings and pub‑style menus.
Condello’s stocks It because:
Koonunga Hill delivers consistent quality at an everyday price point.
It’s recognisable on shelf and trusted by customers who want a dependable bottle for weeknight dinners or larger social orders.
The brand’s long history and Penfolds’ reputation add credibility without the cellar‑price premium.
2 Monkeys Cabernet Merlot – 750mL Bottle
Price: $4.95
About 2 Monkeys Cabernet Merlot
Two Monkeys CMis a straightforward, fruit‑forward red built for easy drinking and broad appeal.
It blends the structural backbone of Cabernet with the plush mid‑palate of Merlot to deliver a balanced bottle.
It works equally well for casual dinners, mixed cases and impulse purchases.
This is a multi‑regional South Australian blend assembled to prioritise ripe fruit and approachability over varietal austerity.
Fermentation is typically stainless steel with careful temperature control to preserve primary fruit aromatics.
A short period in seasoned oak or larger format vats adds subtle spice and texture without imposing heavy oak character.
The result is a medium‑bodied red with soft tannins, moderate alcohol and an emphasis on immediate drinkability.
Serving and Pairing
Serve slightly cool for reds, around 14–16°C, to keep the fruit lively.
Pair with grilled steak, slow‑roasted lamb, tomato‑based pasta and mature cheddar.
It’s also a reliable match for pub‑style fare and shared platters where a versatile, crowd‑pleasing red is needed.
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