2023 Shiraz | Kaurna Country
Our McLaren Valey Shiraz, crafted in the elegant European style of Syrah, grown on ancient ironstone and quartz-rich soils and shaped by the steady rhythms of the maritime climate.
Rated 96 points by James HallidayRated 96 points by WinePilot
Five star reviews on danmurphys.com.au:
"Depth, complexity, and impeccable balance. A wine that embodies the artistry of winemaking! A perfect balance between power and finesse elevated the overall drinking experience."
"I absolutely love the perfume on this wine and its fine tannins, and then reading more about its purpose, well why hasn't this been amplified?!"
"Love the message and reference to country but wow this wine is so vibrant and finely tuned, and reflects a deft winemaking style… absolutely stunning."
Munda (land/terroir)
Blewitt Springs,McLaren Vale, South Australia
This Syrah hails from Blewitt Springs, a subregion of McLaren Vale defined by its ancient dunes, elevated sites, and free-draining sandy soils. The land here is part of the Pirramimma sandstone system, dating back over 50 million years, interspersed with ironstone and quartz-rich layers.
These lean, well-aerated soils force the vines to work hard, producing grapes of intensity and aromatic lift. The vineyard sits around 200 metres above sea level and is moderated by cooling afternoon sea breezes from Gulf St Vincent. This maritime influence slows ripening and preserves freshness, giving rise to a Syrah that balances vivid fruit with spice and graceful structure.This is Kaurna munda, shaped by wind, ironstone, and the steady breath of the ocean.
Vintage Conditions
Vintage Conditions
The 2023 vintage in McLaren Vale was one of the most delayed in recent memory. Following healthy winter rainfall, a cool and wet spring brought increased disease pressure and disrupted flowering in some sites. The cooler summer and autumn extended the growing season well into April, allowing patient ripening and long hang time. The reward was elegant, site-expressive wines with purity, restrained alcohol, and fine structure.
Tasting Note
Aromatic and expressive, the nose reveals blueberries, dark cherry, floral lift and spice.
On the palate, blueberry, plum and dark cherry burst forward, supported by notes of red flowers, cacao and layers of cooking spice. Medium to full bodied with the hallmark sandy-biscuity tannins of Blewitt Springs carrying through a long, elegant finish.
Technical Information
Fermentation
Partially destemmed, with 10% whole bunch retained and the remainder fermented as whole berries. Wild yeast fermentation ran for 10 days.
Oak Treatement
Matured for 16 months in a combination of second- and third-use French oak puncheons and hogsheads to highlight fruit purity.
Cellaring
Will age gracefully over 8 to 10 years under careful cellaring.
Serving
13-15 degrees C (cellar temperature)
Alcohol
14%
Closure
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