James Halliday's top 100

Over $20 - "Whatever else guides my choice of the Top 100, it is not finding the cheapest possible wines; this is true of both the under and over $20 sections. This is a guide to the best wines across a complete spectrum of prices, the $20 marker being as much a matter of convenience in presentaion as it is recognition that for many, more than $20 is a no-go area. However, there are some beautiful wines for the special occasion or birthday to be found."

Glaetzer Bishop Shiraz, 2005 - 94 Points

This is a worthy follow-on to the very good '04 version of this wine. Rich black fruits, licorice and mocha intermingle on both the bouquet and palate, augmented by touches of dark chocolate. Excellent texture and structure, plus the controlled use of quality oak, are also features of a bold Barossa style.

From: Barossa Valley, SA. Drink 2008-2018. With: olive oil-marinated venison