Responsible Hedonist Rush The Stage Hawke’s Bay Red 2023 $35 
If you’re happy to skate down the lighter, more savoury, dried-herb and wild side of the cul-de-sac, then this Syrah from Bridge Pa will be your happy ramp. It’s less fruity and more on the furry, fabulously feral, earthy, smoky side, characteristics which will also lend this wine to chilling down slightly on a hot day. Gentle, suede-like textures to finish make it a left-field, unconventional style.
