Balthazar of The Barossa Shiraz
Balthazar was the last of the Babylonian kings whose empire ended after he drank from a mythical sacred chalice. A fascination with ancient history and an appreciation of the deep sense of irony that befalls those who choose their drinks - and drinking vessels - unwisely, prompted the name. concentrated and generous blackberry, dark cherry, plum & dark chocolate flavours balanced by velvety tannins and savoury oak complexity delivering texture and structure on the long, persisting palate.
Laughing Jack Greenock Shiraz
Laughing Jack Greenock Shiraz is sourced from vineyards exclusively in the Greenock sub-region of the Barossa Valley. Located in the Valley's western edge, Greenock imparts warm, plush fruit characters with a dark chocolate and leather backbone. The Laughing Jack shows all of these qualities in abundance, especially the dark chocolate aspect with real concentration of flavour. A very powerful wine.
Heathcote Estate Shiraz
Heathcote Estate has quickly emerged as an icon Shiraz producer from a region that continues to show its Shiraz pedigree. Tom Carson crafts this wonderful example that displays a rich bouquet of prunes licorice and plums with a deep dense palate showing quality oak is indicative of a wine which will age superbly.Every effort is made to include a gift box with delivery, however this cannot be guaranteed.
Chapel Hill McLaren Vale Shiraz
Chapel Hill makes great value wines in the maritime climate of McLaren Vale. This Shiraz is a beauty. Dark berries and vanillin oak are evident in the bouquet with spice coming through on the palate.
John Duval Entity Shiraz
John Duval rose to winemaking fame as the craftsman of the mighty Penfolds Grange, before going it alone to further forge his reputation as a maker of great Shiraz. The aim of The Entity is to produce a wine true to the region. Rich and complex it shows ripe, spicy fruit characters with a complex savoury oak influence framed by fine lingering tannins.
Kalleske Greenock Shiraz
Greenock is a long standing subregion in the Barossa Valley known for rich, silken, dark-fruited wines. When you mix that terroir-driven history with a winery like Kalleske you have a match made in heaven. Able to fully utilise the deeply concentrated flavours produced by the Greenock fruit, the skilled team has bottle a full-bodied Barossa Shiraz that is overflowing with fruit, balanced tannins and seamless oak. Given some time and a nice decant and this single vineyard Shiraz will open up wonderfully.
Heathcote Estate Shiraz (Gift Boxed)
Heathcote Estate, located in the historic Heathcote region of Australia, is known for producing exceptional wines, particularly their renowned Heathcote Shiraz. Established in 1999, the vineyard is situated on ancient Cambrian soils that contribute to the unique characteristics of their wines. Led by winemaker Tom Carson, the estate focuses on crafting wines that reflect the distinct qualities of the region and their own site. They are dedicated to organic practices and have received certification for their commitment. Heathcote Estate primarily produces single vineyard and 'single block release' shiraz, with plans to release a small-batch Nebbiolo wine in the future. The Heathcote Estate Shiraz 2020 is a distinct and exceptional wine originating from the vineyard owned by the family in Drummonds Lane, situated in the renowned wine region of Heathcote, Central Victoria. The vineyard's unique character comes from carefully selected sections planted on 500 million-year-old Cambrian soil. The 2020 vintage was exceptional, resulting in a classic Heathcote Estate Shiraz with remarkable intensity and extract. The wine is known for its concentration, structure, lifted perfume, layers of flavour and a long, seamless finish. Packaged in a gift box, it is an ideal gift for wine enthusiasts and can age gracefully for up to 10 years with proper cellaring. Characterised by its remarkable concentration, this intense and structured wine has lifted perfume, layers of flavour, dark fruits, spice and a long, seamless, persistent finish. Cellared carefully, this wine will age gracefully for 10 years.
Bannockburn Shiraz
Bannockburn Shiraz is a multi-layered wine showing blackberry, black cherry and spice on the nose which follow through to the palate. Soft tannins and medium length.
Quarry Hill Shiraz
Occupying some of the more elevated land in the Canberra District, Quarry Hill produces a Shiraz with ripe flavours and excellent natural acids; the hallmarks of great cool-climate Shiraz. Aged in a mix of new and older French oak, the wine is bright purple in the glass, follwed by aromas of raspberry, plum, spice and a little pepper. Through the palate, there are flavours of mulberry and plum, fine tannins and a crisp, dry finish.
Yalumba Paradox Shiraz
Yalumba Paradox Shiraz is an inky, crimson wine full of aromas of mixed spice and crushed black pepper, violets, fennel and hints of blueberries. The palate is like layers of velvet, with great structure showing lush red berries, olives and anise.