A new, exciting and dynamic range of wines on these shores. After managing a B&B in the south of France, Martin and Vivienne Rawlinson were inspired to establish St John’s Road in 2001, with a vision to produce full flavoured, yet elegant, wines which reflect the essence of the Barossa.

Custodianship of St John’s Road now rests with Phil Lehmann, Jonathon Hesketh, Dale Wyman and a variety of Barossa wine growing families. Their aim is to uphold Martin and Vivien’s vision of producing wines that are not only true to the Barossa, but also the sub districts and vineyards they are grown in.

Grenache, Mataro and Shiraz are three of the great red grape varieties that are cornerstone to the Barossa's red winemaking pedigree. A traditional style using classic Barossa grape varieties, we looked for structure and integration of flavours.

Grenache (37%) provides the sumptuous savoury, spice and fragrance, and a gentle earthiness and leather with age. Mataro or Mourvèdre (36%) contributes deeper flavours and flesh to the palate whilst Shiraz (27%) acts as a strong foundation to the blend, giving colour and structure.

Colour: Dark cherry with flecks of ruby.

Aroma: Generous and lifted nose brimming with fruits of the forest, sweet spice and a touch of earth.

Palate: Well balanced palate showing both notes of fresh fruit (plums & raspberry) as well as savoury smoked peat and spice tones. Fine line of acidity, firm, grippy tannins and a moreish finish.

Food Match: Charcuterie board.