If you like ’em round, ripe and oak-rich (makes me think of Sir Mix-alot), then Schwarz is a natural go-to.

Purple red. A lifted and floral, quite pretty nose, with some cranberry and stuffing too. It’s very primary and juicy, with light purple fruit and some cranberry bitterness. Oak is just a little overt here, but it’s certainly a nice wine – creamy and rich and smooth to complement the pretty red fruit.

Lots of pleasure here. Not wildly defined as yet, but that will come in time. Important plus signs.

Details: 14.2%, Screwcap, $28
Tasted: April 2015 (sample).
Best drinking: 2015-2027
Score: 17.5/20, 91/100+
Would I buy it? A glass or two for now. More in time.
Buy online: Dan Murphys, Schwarz website