John Duval Plexus Barossa Valley Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre 2022

John Duval Plexus Barossa Valley Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre 2022 is a benchmark Barossa GSM blend from one of Australia’s most respected winemakers — the former chief winemaker of Penfolds, responsible for Grange for over two decades.

Plexus is John Duval’s flagship blend — a wine that combines the power of Barossa Shiraz with the elegance and spice of Grenache and Mourvedre into something genuinely complete.

Who This Is For
This is for someone who appreciates a serious, well-crafted Barossa blend with real winemaking pedigree behind it.

John Duval’s name carries enormous weight in Australian wine — and Plexus consistently delivers the depth, balance and complexity you’d expect from someone of his calibre.

In my view, this is one of the most complete GSM blends in Australia — structured, layered and built to age, but very enjoyable now with decanting.

What Makes This Wine Stand Out
This is all about balance and complexity across three complementary varieties.

Dark cherry, blackberry and plum from Shiraz form the backbone, layered with the red fruit and spice of Grenache and the earthy, savoury depth of Mourvedre.

The defining feature is the integration — everything works together seamlessly, with fine tannins, balanced acidity and a long, persistent finish. This is a wine that rewards attention.

Food Pairing
A Barossa GSM blend like this demands premium poultry. We love it with Bare Bird Free-Range Chicken Breast Fillet from My Meat Man — the clean texture enhances the wine's spice and fruit without overpowering. A pairing that does justice to both.

Why This Is a Smart Buy
If you want a premium Barossa GSM blend with exceptional winemaking credentials and long-term potential, this is a standout.

It delivers:

• pedigree from Australia’s most celebrated winemaker
• complex, layered GSM character
• serious ageing potential

Ideal for lamb, beef, game or cellaring for a special occasion.

Looking for a Different GSM or Barossa Style?

• Torbreck The Steading GSM 2022 → more approachable, earlier drinking
• John Duval Plexus Barossa Valley GSM 2019 → same wine, older vintage, more developed 
• Torbreck Old Vines GSM 2023 → more powerful, old-vine intensity

Life’s too short for bad wine.