Schild Estate Showcase

This particular vineyard, in the Rowland Flat area of the Barossa, sits at 380m above sea-level. At this altitude, Barossa vineyards traditionally produce much lower yields creating highly concentrated fruit of exceptional quality. From the first whiff it's quite apparent, this is a really smart wine. A perfumed nose of the expected dark fruits with floral elements of rose petal and violets. On the palate, juicy plums, dark chocolate, pepper, spice and, of course, a long, smooth, oak-driven finish. This drop is as intense as it is complex and will continue to impress for many years to come. Very, very impressive.

The best of both worlds. All the big, bold, brash Barossa that you're used to, but with a point of difference. Elegance. A smooth, slippery, silky, shiraz that absolutely still packs a punch. Reminiscent of Hewitson's premium wines.
From a steep hillside vineyard, about 5kms north of the Lyndoch township, this full-bodied shiraz displays intricate and complex layers of black pepper, spice, dark chocolate and ripe blackberries and plums. The smoky cedar notes of the oak and super-fine grained tannins bring a touch of class to your glass and set up a long, velvety finish. Although already very elegantly well-integrated, the bright acidity, presence of the oak and slightly chalky tannin structure set this wine up for a long life in the cellar of anyone who's got the patience.

Drink : Now - 2033

Dark black cherry and blackcurrant aromatics practically scrambling to get out of the glass - this is so flashy and showy up front. The palate is smooth and opulent, with a satisfying long finish marked by blood plum, chocolate, and a little whiff of sweet tobacco. Subtle oak tannin provides structure to the fruit. If you're looking for a wine to define both vintage and varietal, this is it.