Frequently Asked Questions
Basket pressing is a traditional, gentle extraction method that separates juice from grape skins using minimal pressure, preserving the fruit's delicate aromatics and preventing harsh tannin extraction. This technique, favoured by premium winemakers, allows the natural raspberry and spice characters to shine through while maintaining the wine's elegant structure. The result is a more refined expression of Barossa Shiraz that balances power with finesse.
The 2021 vintage captures the essence of classic Barossa Shiraz - full-bodied richness with intense fruit concentration - while showcasing the region's ability to produce wines with both power and elegance. Barossa's warm climate and ancient soils naturally concentrate flavours, creating the signature raspberry and spice profile found in this wine. The vintage benefits from ideal growing conditions that allowed for optimal ripeness while retaining natural acidity.
This robust Shiraz pairs beautifully with rich, flavourful dishes that can match its intensity - think grilled lamb with rosemary, beef brisket, or aged hard cheeses. The wine's vanilla notes from oak ageing complement barbecued meats perfectly, while its spice elements enhance dishes with pepper, herbs, or Middle Eastern flavours. The full-bodied structure also makes it an excellent companion to hearty winter stews and game meats.
Quality Barossa Shiraz like this typically develops beautifully over 8-12 years, with the 2021 vintage drinking well now through to around 2033. The wine's full-bodied structure and balanced tannins provide excellent ageing potential, allowing the raspberry fruit to evolve into more complex secondary flavours of leather, earth, and dried herbs. Store it in a cool, dark place at consistent temperature for optimal development.
The exceptional 94-point Wine Pilot rating and strong 4.1 Vivino score across all vintages demonstrate consistent quality and broad appeal among both critics and consumers. These ratings reflect the wine's excellent fruit quality, skilled winemaking, and authentic regional character that Barossa is renowned for. Such scores indicate this Shiraz offers outstanding value, delivering premium wine characteristics at an accessible price point.
