La Curio
La Curio operates in Fleurieu, South Australia, a region celebrated for its warm maritime climate and distinctive red wines. The winery focuses on Shiraz, Grenache, and blended expressions that reflect the region's character. Its Reserve Shiraz anchors the portfolio, drawing on the grape's natural richness in this warm climate. The Nubile GSM—a blend of Shiraz, Mataro, and Grenache—represents a more textured approach, layering the three varieties into a single wine. The Reserve Bush Vine Grenache showcases the lighter-skinned variety on its own, a less common choice in South Australia that speaks to the winery's range. All three wines have been assessed by major critics including Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, and Wine Enthusiast, placing them within the broader conversation around Australian reds. The winery's emphasis on reserve and bush vine selections suggests a focus on fruit quality and vineyard maturity as organizing principles.
Critics
Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator