The 2023 Shiraz is a poised and perfumed expression of southern Margaret River. Sourced from our Hazel’s and Calgardup Brook vineyards, this release captures the vibrancy of the vintage—layering dark fruit and spice with fine, flowing tannins. Certified organic and biodynamic farming, gentle winemaking, and coastal influence come together in a wine of generosity, lift, and structure.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Shiraz
Aging
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Alcohol %
13.5
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Vivid and vibrant purple hue in the glass. A seductive bouquet of Satsuma plum
and roasted five spices gives way to cherry and fragrant white pepper notes. A
soft and juicy palate abounds with ripe mulberries, mocha and cinnamon. This
sweetly fruited Shiraz offers generosity and charm, yet it’s showcasing a frame
of fine, silky tannins that will ensure graceful ageing.
Vineyard
This wine is sourced from two of our southern Margaret River vineyards—Hazel’s
and Calgardup Brook. Hazel’s Vineyard, certified organic and biodynamic, sits
inland near Witchcliffe and contributes structure, texture, and a savoury edge.
Calgardup Brook, just a few kilometres from the coast, brings purity, aromatic
lift, and mineral drive thanks to its schisty soils and strong maritime influence.
Together, the sites offer a complementary expression of southern Margaret River,
balancing power and finesse.
Wine Making
Whole berries were transferred by gravity into concrete and wood fermenters.
A small portion of the fruit was fermented with whole clusters for additional
spice and aromatic lift. Fermentation underwent at low temperatures and
gentle extraction was carried out. After 14 days on skins, the juice was
softly pressed and transferred to large format oak casks for 14 months of
maturation.
Vintage Report
2023 was a season of great balance, producing wines of grace, perfume,
and longevity. Winter was wet and cold, followed by a cool but dry spring
that provided excellent conditions for flowering and secured healthy yields.
Summer remained dry with relatively mild temperatures through to January.
The region experienced ideal conditions—warm, sunny, and breezy days
without any heat stress on the vines. Consistent diurnal temperature variation
throughout the season led to a highly aromatic vintage, with impressive
freshness and perfect phenological ripeness.