An alluring deep garnet red in the glass, this leaps out with full aromas of intense blackcurrant, hints of redcurrant, tobacco and vanilla. It's well balanced between the fruit and savoury oak notes like cinnamon and clove. Fruity and characterful, it's a classic expression of this famous grape.

A wine for the history buffs, poets and, let’s be honest, just about everyone! Established in 2008, the label’s namesake is inspired by the lush London suburb of Highgate and the 17th-century tradition of ‘swearing on the horns’, whereby publicans confirm their dedication to merriment and debauchery before entering their favourite establishment. The winemakers Stuart Leece and Mark Thwaites have done their own swearing on the horns by dedicating themselves to producing some very crowd-pleasing wines that are made for merriment and probably the other thing too. Highgate have really nailed the brief with their collection of wines. Sourcing Organic fruit from vineyards as widespread as the Coonawarra, Riverland, Adelaide Hills, Mudgee, and Orange, the craft wines that are honest and truthful, and representative of their grapes and origins. This wide-ranging approach ensures quality fruit whatever the season. Staying true to publican tradition, Highgate wines are tailor-made for ‘on-trade’ which means they’ll sooner be found in a wine list of a restaurant or a savvy pub than any big retailer. Thankfully there is plenty to spare… for now. The house style is ever evolving, but anyway you look at it, these wines are downright delicious!