Tait The Wild Ride 2019

Juicy and fresh, featuring up-front cherry and raspberry notes, with accents of green tea, white pepper and a touch of olive for savory flair on an easy-drinking frame. Shiraz, Grenache and Mataro. Drink now. 720 cases made, 500 cases imported.

The 2019 The Wild Ride comprises 40% Shiraz, 40% Grenache and 20% Mataro (Mourvèdre/Monastrell). This is thick, rich and sweet, with layers of plummy fruit and plump tannins in the mouth. Like the Ball Buster, the alcohol sits heavy on the finish of this wine, and while that will please many who seek this full-throttle style, it cantilevers the fruit just out of balance. It's a thick, dense, rich, pruney, opulent wine. This feels fresher and more vibrant than The Ball Buster, but somehow I find the style sits a little better with the latter. 15.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.