Old Winery Shiraz 2022

Located in the Hunter Valley wine region of New South Wales, Tyrrell's Estate draws upon a historic vineyard established in the 19th century. The grapes for the Old Winery Shiraz cuvée come primarily from selected parcels in the cooler areas of the Hunter Valley and other coastal terroirs of New South Wales, providing a temperate climate conducive to even ripening. The diverse soils, a blend of clay, sand, and silt, contribute to the balance of fruit, freshness, and structure in this Australian red wine.

The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and then destemmed before fermentation in stainless steel tanks, conducted at controlled temperatures to preserve the fruit and the suppleness of the tannins. Regular pump-overs ensure a gentle extraction of color and aromas. After alcoholic and malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged primarily in stainless steel tanks, with partial aging in oak barrels to add structure, complexity, and spicy notes while maintaining a generous and approachable profile.

This wine reveals notes of ripe red fruit , juicy plum , and blackberry , enhanced by spicy touches of black pepper and licorice , as well as delicate woody accents of vanilla and mild oak . On the palate, it is supple and medium-bodied, supported by fresh acidity and fine tannins , with a rounded texture and a slightly spicy finish that remains harmonious and approachable.

Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multigenerational winemaking families, and a deep-rooted knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to this a thirst for exploration and innovation, a fearless attitude, and a diverse portfolio of 65 wine regions across a wide range of climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine nation. Australia burst onto the export scene in the 1980s and has since been offering the world vibrant, fruity, and exceptionally good-value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, the history of Australian wine was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache, and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diverse range of high-quality Australian wines and regional wines that has always existed. Australian viticulture is concentrated primarily along the southern coastline where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions, each centered around major cities: Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne, and New South Wales around Sydney. The country is one of the world's largest wine producers and was the fourth-largest exporter in 2011. This recent development has made Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines throughout the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines, which are defined by their terroir.