2023

James Halliday's top 20 red wines over $40

James Halliday by James Halliday

27 Nov, 2023

Introducing James Halliday's top 20 red wines over $40 for 2023.

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Below you'll find James Halliday's top 20 red wines over $40. The 20 wines span shiraz and blends, cabernet sauvignon and blends, pinot noir, and mourvèdre.

2020 Turkey Flat Barossa Valley Shiraz

The so-so 2020 vintage had its problems, but the ancient (1847-planted) vines provided the backbone of this ultra-elegant, medium-bodied, French-oaked shiraz. Its perfect texture and balance nullify the vintage challenge.