Bin No.1 Shiraz 2022

Best’s Great Western has gathered experience with shiraz through the legacy of it’s long winemaking history. Made predominantly from Best’s own vineyards and meticulously crafted with the same attention to detail as the Icon wines, Bin No. 1 Shiraz represents the essence of Best’s winemaking ideals and the uniqueness of the Great Western region. Bin 1 is a classic, cool climate, aromatic Shiraz, made in a style that is perfumed, spicy and peppery, yet well balanced with no overt dominance of alcohol.

‘Full ruby red colour. Very fragrant with mulberry, violet, white pepper and musk on the nose. A more medium-bodied style: mulberry fruit sits at the base with pepper and sweet floral notes over the top, all flowing with a lightness carried by acidity and silky tannins. Good length and it finishes with a flurry of pepper and musk.’ 92/100 Drink 2026- 2034 The Real Review, Stuart Knox, June 2026 ‘Whole-berry fermentation with a small amount of whole bunches, 14 months’ maturation in Puncheons and large vats (5% new French oak). How good is this! A sub-$30, quality Great Western Shiraz to warm the heart of even the most zealous ‘anything but Shiraz’ drinker. Glistening in deep purple hues. Welcoming aromas of ripe black fruits and lively spice, Aussie bush and a pinch of crushed-pepper seasoning. The palate is supple, fine and even, holding bright throughout with black cherry, black fruits, plum, spice, anise and briar characters. Drink now or later; it will taste great. A ripper shiraz for the price’. Rating 94 points Halliday, Jeni Port, June 2026 'A blend of estate vines and local growers, Best's bargain Shiraz is an elegant introduction to Great Western. Large format oak casks uphold the restraint of tangy, spicy dark berry fruit and pepper. Fine, supple tannins make for immediate appeal'. 14.0% TS WBM, Tyson Stelzer, July 2026

Jacob Parton Hailing from the NSW cool- climate wine region of Orange, Jacob began working in vineyards from the age of 14. He moved to Sydney to begin an electrical apprenticeship before returning home, where he was offered a maintenance position at Phillip Shaw Wines. After a few months, he joined the vintage team for the 2016 harvest and instantly fell in love with the industry. He worked a further five vintages with Phillip Shaw Wines under the tutelage of Nadja Wallington and the Shaw Family. Completing his degree in Oenology, Jacob spent a vintage in California’s Sonoma Coast, before joining Best’s Great Western in 2021.