2023 Thistledown Cunning Plan Shiraz

Top-tier McLaren Vale Shiraz at a totally unmatched price

A bright, juicy and beautifully balanced McLaren Vale Shiraz

95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion | 95 Points – McLaren Vale Wine Show

RRP $30 → Your Price $27.50
Plush • Vibrant • Outstanding Value

“A bright, juicy and beautifully balanced McLaren Vale Shiraz — 95-point quality for just $27.50 is unreal value.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Deep purple with vivid crimson edges — youthful and energetic.

Aroma:
Fragrant and expressive with blackberry, mulberry and plum, lifted by hints of lavender, dark chocolate, cracked pepper and gentle spice.
Pure McLaren Vale generosity with a modern, fresh aromatic lift.

Palate:
Juicy, supple and incredibly drinkable.
Expect layers of:

• ripe blackberry and black cherry

• cocoa and sweet spice

• a savoury, earthy undercurrent

• soft, well-shaped tannins

• bright natural acidity keeping everything lively and balanced

There’s richness without heaviness — a hallmark of Thistledown’s precision.

Finish:
Smooth, long and fruit-forward with lingering spice and fine tannin definition.

Awards & Accolades

• 95pts – Halliday Wine Companion
  “Vibrant fruit purity, supple tannins and impressive balance.”

• 95pts – McLaren Vale Wine Show
  A huge achievement in one of Australia’s most competitive Shiraz regions.

About Thistledown

Thistledown specialise in modern, energetic, site-driven Australian reds, particularly from Grenache and Shiraz.
The Cunning Plan comes from premium McLaren Vale vineyards, crafted with a focus on purity, freshness and unforced power.

Food Pairings

• Charcoal BBQ meats

• Slow-cooked beef ragu

• Smoky lamb kebabs

• Sausage and roasted vegetable traybake

• Mature cheddar

Why We Love It

This is top-tier McLaren Vale Shiraz at a totally unmatched price — plush fruit, great structure and a pair of 95-point scores.
A perfect weeknight red, BBQ companion or case-buy stunner.