You may not realise it, but some of the world’s most admired wines are blends – a mix of different grape varieties. Many of those with which you may be most familiar, including Bordeaux, Côte du Rhône ...

Among the blends are shiraz pinot and shiraz cabernet. As far as flavour profile, expect characteristics ranging from dark chocolate, black fruits, and plenty of spices.

A blend of 52/48 per cent shiraz (destemmed) and cabernet sauvignon (crushed); eight to 12 days on skins and 12 months in French puncheons (25 per cent new). Winemaker Paul Hotker made full use of a ...

This ruby-red blend is Shiraz-dominant, also incorporating Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache grapes, among others, for a beautifully rich end result. Its flavours of ripe black fruits, vanilla and a ...