Winemakers Selection Vat 8 Shiraz Cabernet 2021

Located in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, Tyrrell's Estate is one of the historic properties in this iconic Australian wine region. The grapes for the Winemakers Selection Vat 8 Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon come primarily from Hunter Valley vineyards, complemented by selected parcels in other, cooler areas of New South Wales to provide balance and complexity. The diverse soils, ranging from heavy clay to sandier soils, allow the wine to express the richness and finesse characteristic of this Australian red wine.

The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness, and each batch is vinified separately. Fermentation takes place in tanks, with regular pump-overs to extract color, aromas, and structure while preserving the fruit's elegance. After pressing, the wines are transferred to oak barrels for aging, a combination of new and older barrels, allowing for the gradual refinement of tannins and a harmonious integration of oak before the final blending of Shiraz and Cabernet.

This wine reveals notes of ripe black fruit , juicy plum , and blackcurrant , enhanced by spicy touches of pepper and licorice , as well as delicate floral accents. Woody and chocolate nuances add another dimension to the whole. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and structured, supported by fine tannins , well-integrated acidity , and a long , harmonious finish that underscores the balance between power and freshness.

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.