Description An astonishing 12 separate clones of Shiraz from across Sidewood's Adelaide Hills vineyards goes into this amazing 96pt, multi-Gold-winning wine. Majority hand-picked, selectively harvested, wild yeast fermented with partial whole-bunch, whole-berry, extended maceration. Matured in French oak (300L puncheons and 500L hogshead) for 18 months, 25% new. A host of high scores include a massive 96pts from Halliday, who praises its flawless balance and calls it Exceptional value. Sam Kim, Wine Orbit adds that is "beautifully weighted palate displaying supple texture backed by fine-grained tannins, finishing long and delectable". This is a feast of black and blue fruit, with spicy and savoury edges. Delicious on its own or as a versatile partner to filet mignon or truffle and porcini pasta. Endlessly complex and approachable.
Adelaide Hills is based in the southern Mount Lofty Ranges just east of Adelaide in South Australia. Adelaide Hills is a premium and ancient region with a decidedly cooler climate, meaning crisp nights adds wonderful aromatics to the wines. Adelaide Hills was one of the first regions in Australia to be settled by European settlers of German origin. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are the hero grapes of the region.