Whipbird McLaren Vale GSM

Whipbird is the brainchild of Nicky Oatley, with celebrated winemaker Larry Cherubino crafting a range of bright, modern Australian wines from selected vineyard sites. Their 2025 McLaren Vale GSM combines Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvèdre from several different parcels, producing a mid-weight, fruit-driven red with a subtle savoury edge.

An outstanding value release, it won both the John Swann Trophy for Best Other Red Blend and the Dan Murphy’s Trophy for Best Value Wine at the 2026 Sydney Royal Wine Show. Fresh, approachable and full of character, this is a polished contemporary take on McLaren Vale GSM.