Stonehaven Limited Vineyard Release Padthaway Shiraz

Key characteristics:

Stonehaven Limited Vineyard Release Padthaway Shiraz is a distinguished Australian Shiraz, showcasing the exceptional depth and quality that emanates from the renowned Padthaway region. This wine stands out for its velvety-rich and smooth profile, a true expression of both its unique place of origin and the varietal’s inherent character.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: 100% Shiraz
• Appearance: Dark purple in colour.
• Aroma: Lingering scents of dark cherry and olive, offering a very good expression of both place and variety, complemented by notes of blackberries, dark plums, truffles, chocolate, aniseed, bay leaves, and dry herbs.
• Taste: This Shiraz is a velvety-rich and smooth wine with bright red berries and pepper spice on the palate, delivering intensely flavoured dark red and black fruit characters with a well-rounded mid-palate for a lasting impression.
• Region: Padthaway, Australia, a key subregion of the Limestone Coast known for its terra rossa soil over limestone, a moderate Mediterranean climate, and cooling ocean breezes, creating ideal conditions for premium Shiraz.
• Pairing: A rich and hearty red wine that would pair beautifully with a variety of meats, such as Souvlaki, Peking duck, lamb tagine, beef ribs, low roasted red meats, beef stews, and mature hard cheeses, or simply enjoyed on its own.

Overall impression:

This characterful release from Stonehaven offers a soothing appeal, highlighting the profound quality inherent to Padthaway Shiraz. It’s a full-bodied, approachable wine designed to provide immense pleasure.

Extra notes:

• This wine has received a commendable 94/100 rating from Halliday Wine Companion and was ranked #8 of 34 Shiraz from the Limestone Coast.
• The Stonehaven winery, originally built by Hardy’s in 1998, was acquired and relaunched by the South Australian family-owned CW Wines in 2021, with a renewed focus on expressing the unique offerings of the Limestone Coast region. It is also vegan friendly.