The Koomilya Shiraz is a site-driven masterpiece that weaves together the diverse terroirs of Stephen Pannell's Upper Tintara property. Acting as the ultimate expression of the estate, this blend delivers a multi-layered, deeply savory complexity that captures the pure, untamed energy of a classic, cool McLaren Vale vintage.
- Aromas: Dark plums, mulberries, and dried sage, layered with cracked black pepper, iron filings, and a clean, wet-stone mineral edge.
- Palate: Blackberries, savory licorice, and bitter chocolate riding over a focused, flinty mineral backbone.
- Style: Medium-to-full bodied, savory, and incredibly refreshing, balancing a generous burst of fruit with a laser-sharp acid line and a long, clean finish.
- Winemaking: Fermented wild using traditional open-top fermenters, then matured in older, large French oak vats to lock in maximum structural integration without wood dominance.
- Cellaring: Deliciously fresh and ready to enjoy right now, but possesses the excellent structure and drive to age gracefully in the cellar through 2040+.
- Food Pairing: Pairs wonderfully with roasted lamb shoulder, grilled wagyu ribeye, pan-seared venison, or spicy Southeast Asian duck salads.
This bottle is a masterclass in blending synergy and pure regional identity. It completely shatters the stereotype of heavy, oak-soaked South Australian reds, throwing down a vibrant, earth-driven profile and uncompromising craftsmanship that resets the bar for modern Australian Shiraz.