Bidja Shiraz

The fruit underwent 14 days on skins during fermentation, enhancing color, tannin integration, and flavor concentration. 20% of the wine was then aged for six months in French oak, adding subtle spice and softening the tannins while preserving the wine’s vibrant fruit character.

Sourced from a premium Heathcote vineyard, this Shiraz is deeply influenced by the region’s ancient volcanic loam soils, which emerged when glaciers receded, leaving behind dark red earth dotted with glacial silt stone. This unique soil composition provides excellent drainage and promotes slow, even ripening, resulting in intensely flavored fruit with depth, structure, and natural balance.

Bold and expressive, the nose offers blackberry, dark plum, and cassis, layered with peppery spice and smoky oak. The palate is generous and full-bodied, with lush dark fruit flavors of blackberry, mulberry, and plum. Subtle notes of dark chocolate, licorice, and cracked black pepper add complexity, while well-integrated oak imparts a touch of vanilla and spice.

This Heathcote Shiraz pairs beautifully with chargrilled meats, slow-cooked lamb, or hearty mushroom dishes. Its bold flavors and structured tannins also complement aged cheeses and rich tomato-based dishes.

Alc: 14%

Acid: 5.8 g/L

pH: 3.62

Residual sugar: 3.5 g/L