As the weather closes in, much comfort can be found in a rich-bodied red wine enjoyed beside a crackling fire. Here's our pick of satisfying reds that fit the bill perfectly...

Hardys William Hardy Shiraz

This is a rich and vibrant shiraz, with fresh dark berry fruits made irresistible with dark chocolate, liquorice and spice flavours. Soft and balanced.

Brookfields Sun-Dried Malbec

Taking an age-old Italian approach, the grapes for this velvety wine are hand-harvested and sun-dried to produce concentrated flavours and aromas like violets, leather, plums, spice and oak. 

XYZin Old Vine Zinfandel

Hailing from California, this wine is bursting with aromas of raspberry, cherries and redcurrant, and flavours of fresh fruit, creamy caramel and a touch of pepper.

Hardys Tintara Cabernet Sauvignon

Stylish and timeless, this shiraz is brimming with flavour – berries, plums, spicy fruitcake, mint, chocolate and peat. A lovely wine to savour. 

Pasqua Le Collezioni Merlot

A good pick for those who crave an intense red wine, with flavour that lasts. Inviting scents of blackcurrants, plums and herbs follow through into lasting fruity flavours. Available in an impressive 1.5L magnum bottle. 

De Bortoli Woodfired Shiraz

Rich and mouth-filling, this wine has intriguing hints of cured meats and liquorice. Bold, brooding and delicious, it's the perfect partner for a chargrilled steak.