2023 Clare Valley Shiraz

Shiraz

Clare Valley

Red meat

2023

A rich, vibrant purple hue, intense and deep.

Ripe raspberry, cherry, and plum, interwoven with savoury notes of black olive, cassis and subtle hints of cedar.

Deep and concentrated black and red fruits on the palate, supported by an oak influence that brings toasty mocha undertones, balanced by fine tannins. Firm acidity, and a dense, chewy texture lifted by peppery anise spice.

Drink now or cellar for 20+ years.

This Shiraz is made using fruit from two of our vineyards - both the cooler region of Polish Hill River and the warmer Armagh, north of Clare.

The fruit comes from two of the Clare Valley’s premium sub-regions – Armagh and Polish Hill River. Each batch is fermented separately in two and four tonne open fermenters over a 14 day period and hand-plunged. The wine is left on skins post-fermentation, enhancing tannin complexity and maximising flavour. This is pressed to tank, then racked to oak (20% new French oak, 80% seasoned French oak) for 18 months.

Alcohol - 14.5%

pH - 3.40

Acidity - 6.8g/L

96 Points - Winepilot

"Here is a wine that combines the power and intensity of Clare with finesse to create a stylish example of what the region does well. Fruit was sourced from the sub-regions of Polish Hill River and Armagh. Immediately strikes with dark fruits and spices, displaying blackberry, plum, dark mocha, and even a touch of black olive. The palate is deeply intense with richness and depth, yet managed with elegance. Perfectly balanced, superb value, and great cellaring potential—though beautiful now." - Ray Jordan

95 Points - Winepilot

93 Points - The Real Review 

"Really youthful and bright in the glass. Lifted aromas of plum, mulberry, mocha, anise, eucalyptus and spice. Full-bodied, dark fruited and opulent, but with really smart structure and grip delivered by some textured, granular tannins. There's also some very nice French oak bringing some class to the table" - Aaron Brasher