Pirramimma Heritage Limited Edition Cabernet Shiraz 2017

This Heritage Limited Edition showcases fruit from three of Pirramimma's finest vineyards, including the renowned Ironstone vineyard, with some vines dating back to the 1950s. These old vines produce concentrated, complex fruit that reflects decades of McLaren Vale terroir. The limited edition status indicates this is a special release highlighting the producer's best vineyard sites and winemaking expertise, making it a collector-worthy expression of their flagship blend.

This classic Australian blend marries the structured cassis and fine tannins of cabernet sauvignon with shiraz's plummy, blueberry and black cherry characteristics. The cabernet provides the wine's backbone and ageability, while shiraz adds juicy fruit flavours and spice complexity. McLaren Vale's warm climate allows both varieties to ripen fully, creating a harmonious marriage where neither variety dominates, resulting in a wine that's both powerful and elegant.

The wine's rich, full-bodied profile and complex flavour notes of allspice, cedar, and plum make it perfect for hearty dishes. Try it with grilled lamb, beef roasts, or aged cheeses where the wine's tannins can complement rich proteins. The spice elements also pair beautifully with barbecued meats or dishes featuring herbs like rosemary and thyme, while the cedar notes enhance mushroom-based dishes or anything cooked over wood fire.

With fruit from old vines and the structured nature of cabernet-shiraz blends, this 2017 vintage has excellent cellaring potential of 10-15 years from vintage date. The wine is drinking beautifully now but will continue developing complexity, with tannins softening and tertiary flavours of leather, tobacco, and earth emerging. McLaren Vale's reputation for producing age-worthy reds, combined with Pirramimma's winemaking expertise, suggests this wine will reward patient cellaring.

Kate Wall brings nearly two decades of experience, including 23 years at the prestigious Petaluma winery, to her role at Pirramimma. Her extensive background in South Australian winemaking gives her deep understanding of regional terroir and varietal expression. As part of the Women in Wine movement, she represents the growing influence of female winemakers who are bringing fresh perspectives to traditional styles, combining technical expertise with intuitive understanding of how different vineyard sites express themselves in the bottle.