Black Market Wines Not To Miss
What is the Vinomofo Black Market?
Black Market deals give you exceptional value, only made possible if we don’t reveal the maker’s brand on site.
Wines that are bona-fide, 100% the genuine article. You just don't know who made them until they turn up.
But we can tell you a few things. Important stuff like what they taste like, when they were made and what from. And also what they've been scored by critics too.
Here's five deals we think you can't afford to sleep on, because they've all been scored 95pts or higher(!) by Halliday, with a massive % off RRP. These are top deals on the best Australian wines - trust us, they won't stick around for long.
Refined Barossa shiraz
With 95pts from Halliday himself
rich, full-bodied
Barossa
Shiraz 2021 - Black Market Deal #60636
$40
$25
$150 / 6PK
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This isn't your over-ripe, over-jammy Barossa bruiser. This fabulous winemaker deliberately sources fruit from granite-based vineyards, right on the border of Eden and Barossa, that ripen at lower alcohols, then adds serious whole-bunch fermentation for a spicier, more dialled-in shiraz. 95 points from Halliday and a raft of shout-outs from the big reviewers prove that sometimes being contrary pays off spectacularly.
$150 / 6PK
$40
$25
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What makes this a top Black Market wine?
Whole-bunch ferment plays a big role here, giving structure, lift, and that savoury crunch that’s become a hallmark of this cult-followed wine. You’ll find spice, red and black fruit, supple tannins, and a line of energy that sets it apart from the crowd. Awarded 95pts by Halliday Wine Companion, this is top buying for anyone who loves shiraz with a bit of edge. Drink it now for its vibrancy, or cellar it for a decade-plus to watch it evolve. Either way, it’s Alex at his most creative - and it’s bloody delicious. This wine works beautifully now but has the structure and complexity to reward patient cellaring for a decade or more. Whether you're an intermediate wine lover looking for something different or a serious collector seeking exceptional value, The Contrarian delivers on every level.
Australian malbec's benchmark
With 95 from Halliday
rich, full-bodied
Wrattonbully
Malbec 2022 - Black Market Deals #60880
$45
$15
$180 / 12PK
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This is a really big deal - 95 points from Halliday Wine Companion for an Australian Malbec is extraordinary - although not unexpected. Boysenberry, wild raspberry and prune plums reveal themselves slowly, backed by cardamom and dark chocolate spice. Deceptive in its exotic persona but built with serious structure to go the distance.
$180 / 12PK
$45
$15
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What makes this a top Black Market wine?
Halliday describes it perfectly: "You need to peer into the depth of this wine to slowly unveil it." A swift decant helps reveal the complexity hiding within. Boysenberry, wild raspberry and prune plums provide the fruit foundation, while a plethora of spice adds intrigue. There's a snap of dark chocolate weaving through violet aromatics with mahogany, leather and cigar box nuances. A second sip will reveal even more layers: wild raspberry, red cherry and blackcurrant backed by hibiscus florals, minerality, and earthy complexity. The palate delivers perky acidity and dusty, well-integrated tannins with a sappy, raspberry lolly character that keeps drawing you back. In short: we're obsessed.
96pt Premium Coonawarra cabernet
Collectors are going to love this one...
rich, full-bodied
Coonawarra
Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 - Black Market Deal #60460
$75
$32.50
$195 / 6PK
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"Truly unique and fascinating", Halliday doesn't throw around words like that lightly. This isn't just another Cabernet. This is Coonawarra terra rossa magic captured at its absolute peak - and this 96-point rating confirms what we already knew... nothing beats Coonawarra cabernet.
$195 / 6PK
$75
$32.50
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What makes this a top Black Market wine?
Premium cab from Coonawarra doesn’t easily come at this price, just so you know. So just feel a little bit special being here, with us and this wine, right now. This is one of those wines that reminds us of the golden era of wine quality-meets-affordability. It’s full-bodied but lithe at the same time - deep and rich, but with composure and purpose. This winery’s put a lot of time, energy and money into making their wines relatable to the current climate of Coonawarra, and we’re reaping the rewards in stacks of quality wine. Bravo.
95pt Halliday Barossa shiraz
A cracking release
textured, savoury
Australia
Shiraz 2023 - Black Market Deal #60468
$53
$25
$150 / 6PK
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This is Barossa shiraz with brains as well as brawn - nothing overdone, just flavour that feels both powerful and controlled. Smoothness, complexity and depth all wrapped up in a velvety package. There’s opulence, fruit weight, fine tannins and a hell of a long finish on this one. Halliday’s already dropped 95 points on it - we’ll just say it straight: this is utterly delicious.
$150 / 6PK
$53
$25
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What makes this a top Black Market wine?
Classic single vineyard Barossa shiraz made from old vines on the western ridge of the valley. Plum, mulberry and clove jump out of the glass upon first whiff. The palate expands even further with vanilla, liquorice, dark chocolate and graphite. The mix of seasoned American and French oak in the maturation has given rise to a mix of sweet spices, vanilla bean and roasted coffee notes that accentuate the high-toned fragrance of the already beautiful shiraz fruit from some seriously kick ass growers. Shiraz lovers, eat your heart out.
96pt Halliday awarded, aged Margs cabernet blend
Soft, smooth, and seriously special
textured, savoury
Margaret River
Cabernet Blend 2016 - Black Market Deal #54727
$120
$49.99
$299.94 / 6PK
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There's an old saying in the wine industry: Margaret River producers 2% of Australia's wine but picks up 80% of Australia's wine awards. Premium wines like this demonstrate what all the hype is about.
$299.94 / 6PK
$120
$49.99
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What makes this a top Black Market wine?
Cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc & petit verdot. A classic Bordeaux blend, but don't be fooled, this wine is Margaret River through and through, medium-to-full-bodied, hyper-elegant, bursting with cassis/blackcurrant, plush tannins and a pillowy, lengthy finish that'll have you still tasting this on your tongue with your breaky the next morning. Mullets, Kylie Minogue, Errol Flynn, Margaret River cabernets: Australia's greatest exports?
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