Brokenwood Hunter Valley Shiraz

Ripe fruit and low oak impact on the palate, with the new oak providing a slight vanillin sweetness complimenting the berry fruit. The ripe fruit tannins are complimented by the natural fruit acidity to give a very long finish to the wine.

Established in 1970, Brokenwood Wines has evolved from a weekend venture for self-professed hobby winemakers into one of Australia’s most reputable wine labels.

Brokenwood was founded by a trio of Sydney-based solicitors, Tony Albert, John Beeston and James Halliday, who paid a then record price of $970 per acre for a 10-acre block in the foothills of the Brokenback Ranges. The original block was destined to be a cricket ground for the local community but was instead planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.

The first vintage was picked in 1973 and while none of the original partners claimed to know anything about viticulture, the wine received praise, and attracted a loyal following from the first vintage.

It was a labour of love for the partners, and the friends and family they conscripted to help who were seduced by the promise of clean country air, fine wine, food and company in exchange for help on the vineyard. Everyone pitched in to pick the grapes which were carried to the winery in buckets in the back seat of Len Evans’ Bentley.  Weary bodies were put up in dorm-style accommodation which still remains today.

Hunter Shiraz is fresh and supple with impressive length. Still, unsurprisingly, very youthful. Dry herbs and dark fruits make this very well paired with roast game meat dishes. 

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About This Wine

Country
AU
Region
New South Wales
Appellation
Hunter Valley
Type
Red
Varietal
Shiraz
Soils
loam and degrade calcareous sea/ riverbed
Closure
Screw Cap
Alcohol
13.5%
Pairing
Duck breast with honey, soy and ginger