TASTING NOTES :

The Schild Estate Barossa Valley Shiraz 2020 rated 90 and 93 points, captures the essence of Southern Barossa?? winemaking heritage. This vintage serves as a proof to the family's generations-long dedication to producing wines of authenticity and passion. The Shiraz, a blend from the 'Workshop', 'Angus Brae', and 'Three Springs' vineyards, showcases a vibrant profile of blackcurrant and mulberry, seamlessly integrated with classic notes of black pepper spice and dark chocolate. The palate is greeted with early roundness, leading into a balanced structure supported by subtle lattice tannins. Aged for 12-14 months in seasoned oak hogsheads, it develops characters of ripe blood plums, macerated summer berries, and cranberry atop a base of spice, dark chocolate, licorice, and earth. Medium-bodied, it features a fresh line of acidity and gentle tannins, culminating in a spicy, black-fruited finish that underscores its exceptional value. Described by Dave Brookes of Halliday's Wine Companion, this Shiraz stands out for its minimal handling and careful use of oak to frame rather than flavor, ensuring a wine that is as genuine as it is enjoyable.