Mitolo often refer to Jester Shiraz as their 'baby GAM' given it utilises the same barrel in which GAM was previously aged. The Jester Shiraz is made to be upfront and approachable for early drinking, delivering excellent quality for the price.

"94 Points. Dense purple-crimson; the wine is all about controlled power, the fist in a velvet glove; the medium- to full-bodied palate rolls black fruits, a touch of licorice and a generous dash of dark chocolate into a seamless whole; you know the tannins and oak are there, but no more. Drink By: 2020 Price: $28.00 Date Tasted: 25 Jan 2011 Alcohol: 14.9%" - James Halliday - Published on 11 Aug 2011.

"Frank Mitolo is justifiably proud of his record in the 100 Best. This top notch operation is one of the most impressive in the country and the wines never fail to impress. I have long been a fan of the value attached to the Jester Series, which has a very sprightly Vermentino in its numbers these days. The Shiraz is always a cracker and he always keeps the concentration, silkiness and wow factor ratcheted up to a max. This vintage is no exception. With Turkish Delight, briary, fresh-picked berries and succulent steak au poivre meatiness this is a true star and it’s still a cracking price." - Matthew Jukes, 100 Best Australian Wines 2011.

"I like what I’ve seen of 2009 Vale Shiraz in several interepretations and this Mitolo floats my boat. Smart label, it may say Jester but it holds the court’s attention with more than silly gags. It holds its alcohol well too and at nearly 15% I was waiting for the warmth but it was joyously integrated, laden with black fruits and licorice, some vanillin oak and even cinnamon quills. I love the fullness of the mouthfeel, it’s got a core of blackcurrant and spice, there’s also a dark chocolate note that’s alluring. The tannins are mouth-coating and the length is good. I think food like a rib eye or a mature cheese would be a likely pairing." - Patrick Haddock, Wining Pom.

"The 2009 Mitolo Jester Shiraz continues to show bright, vibrant, rich fruit. A revelation of blue and black berries, there is mocha and a hint of spice on the nose. The palate exhibits focused, genuine fruit and subtle, yet structured, tannins support a velvety elongated finish." - Mitolo Wines.