Agricola Wines are produced by Callum Powell (Son of David Powell) from vineyards across the Barossa Valley.

This is potent and rich, a kind of rustic charm to it all, yet levity and relaxed feel too. Strength exists in dusty tannins that wrap woody spices, sweet spices, toasty notes and a lavish array of ripe raspberry, dark plum, currants and choc-cherry. Lush, yet tension too. There’s a pleasing thickness here yet a lift as well. It’s really spice-laden is the message, I just feel that needs repeating, and geez, overall, it’s really interesting and good in that regard. Individual. Alongside, texture does plush, somewhat chewy, a dusty and clove-spiked profile lingering. A textural haven! Sheesh, so much on here. A feast! It’s great. Date: Jul 2024; Alcohol: 13.9%; Price: $85; Closure: Cork; Drink: 2024-2033+; Rated: 95 Points; Mike Bennie; The Wine Front