The Nannup Ridge ‘Epic’ Shiraz has a nice bit of age on it, making it ideal for drinking now. It still has plenty of freshness, with bright blue plums and a nice depth of pepper and spice that is classic of Shiraz from these cooler parts of Western Australia.

Nannup Ridge is located in the picturesque region of Blackwood Valley in the South-West of Western Australia, where the gum trees are grand lifeforms that reach for the moon, and almost touch. Nannup Ridge is named after the main town in this region, where you will find a healthy mix of cafes and pubs and enough knick-knack shops to keep any seasoned grey nomad happy. The winery is run by the Fitzgerald family, who initially used the vineyards to supply larger wineries like Houghton's before the tap ran dry. Today, the winery focuses on turning their grapes into wine rather than letting someone else do so, with the help of acclaimed winemaker Bruce Dukes. They have the standard mix of varieties found in this part of the world, with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz and of course Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc making up the classical mix. The wines are well made and perfect for those who love perusing local craft shops or having a pint in a quaint country pub.