Dukes Single Vineyard Shiraz

Harvested selectively in early April at peak ripeness, the fruit for this wine underwent meticulous care from start to finish. Destemmed into closed-top fermenters, the juice was lightly drained at the crusher to intensify the must. After a cold soak to enhance aromatics, fermentation commenced with selected yeast, with daily pump-overs (1–3 times) to refine extraction. A week of post-ferment maceration followed, developing a complete tannin structure. After 21 days on skins, the must was pressed using a tank press with a basket press program, ensuring gentle handling. The wine was then carefully transferred to French oak barriques and hogsheads (8% new) for 14 months of aging before being bottled unfined and with minimal filtration.

The result is a medium-deep magenta wine with vibrant purple edges.

Aroma: An enticing medley of dark boysenberry, blackberry, mulberry, and black cherry, layered with notes of black truffle, lavender, baking spices, cracked black pepper, bramble, and a touch of cured charcuterie.

Palate: A luscious wave of dark forest berries—blackberry and mulberry—meets fine, powdery tannins that are firm yet elegantly refined. Juicy and generous, the wine unfolds with fresh lavender, cedar, cinnamon, Sichuan and pink peppercorns, bramble, and a whisper of olive brine. Complex, balanced, and utterly captivating.