Wangolina's Syrah 2023 is grown on South Australia's Limestone Coast, where maritime cooling shapes a leaner, more peppery style than the region's more common Shiraz bottlings - the name here a deliberate nod to that difference. It is a medium-bodied red built on savoury complexity, bright garnet in the glass.

Black pepper, dark plum and a touch of dried thyme define the nose, with a subtle floral lift. There is a faint smoked meat note that adds a further savoury layer to the aromatics.

The palate is fine and structured, with elegant tannins and bright acidity carrying a long, spice-driven finish. There is a precision to the wine that sets it apart from broader, riper styles.

It suits peppered steak, roast duck or a mushroom-based dish - food that matches its savoury, spiced character. It also suits a simple lamb and rosemary skewer, or a plate of grilled quail with a peppercorn sauce.

Drink it now through the next four to five years as the tannins continue to soften and the pepper note mellows.