Black fruits and berries are the fruits that classically complement the turn of the season. Blackberries, raspberries and plums are harvested in autumn and are key flavour components in many wines as well as ingredients in seasonal cuisine such as venison with blackberry sauce, stewed plums and raspberry and apple crumble.
Smokey and toasty undertones are always welcome in an autumnal wine, developed from careful ageing in oak barrels, and are reminiscent of bonfires and fireworks. Wines that exude these flavour profiles are the perfect companions to classic autumnal dishes and any occasion throughout the season.
Shiraz, or Syrah, is a favourite grape variety for a deliciously smooth and fruit-forward autumnal wine. Shiraz wines characteristically have elements of raspberry, liquorice, chocolate and tobacco present within the flavour profile and an excellent example is the Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz.