The S.C. Pannell Field Street Shiraz is a bright, medium-bodied red wine from McLaren Vale, South Australia, crafted by Stephen Pannell as a fresh, modern reimagining of the region's signature grape. It deliberately steers away from heavy oak and high alcohol, highlighting a more vibrant, energetic, and highly approachable style focused on pure fruit expression.
- Aromas: The nose is vibrant and inviting, bursting with ripe dark cherry, mulberry, and dark plum, accented by subtle hints of spice, star anise, and milk chocolate.
- Palate: The palate is juicy and fleshy with plush black fruit flavours, balanced by a bright, refreshing acidity and smooth, fine-grained tannins that keep the wine lively.
- Style: This is a contemporary take on McLaren Vale Shiraz that intentionally avoids heavy oak and high alcohol, focusing instead on pure fruit expression and a highly drinkable, food-friendly structure.
- Winemaking: Sourced from multiple vineyards across the region, the fruit is handle gently, fermented with minimal intervention, and aged in large, older French oak vats to preserve freshness.
- Cellaring: While it is perfectly delicious and ready to enjoy right now for its immediate fruit crunch, it has the balance to cellar well for 5 to 8 years.
- Food Pairing: It matches brilliantly with a wide range of casual dishes, including gourmet burgers, wood-fired pizza, chargrilled steak, or slow-cooked lamb shanks.
This is a fantastic, everyday Shiraz that effortlessly trades heavy, jammy fruit for brightness and energy. Steve Pannell has crafted a totally reliable crowd-pleaser that is light on its feet but still full of flavor. It is a brilliant go-to bottle for a casual mid-week dinner or a relaxed weekend barbecue with friends.
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Born in 1969 and raised at the legendary Moss Wood in Margaret River, Stephen Pannell was destined for a life in wine. In 2004, he and his wife Fiona founded S.C. Pannell, driven by a passion for McLaren Vale and its ability to produce expressive, dry-grown Shiraz and Grenache with a strong sense of place. Widely regarded as one of Australia's most innovative winemakers, Steve's accolades include the Jimmy Watson Trophy, International Red Winemaker of the Year, and recognition by Decanter Magazine as one of the 50 Most Influential Contributors to the World of Wine.
At the heart of Steve's story is Koomilya Vineyard — an extraordinary vineyard in the centre of McLaren Vale that he pursued for more than 20 years before finally acquiring. Established in the early 1800s, this historic site now forms the foundation of his deeply personal Koomilya wines, capturing the character and heritage of one of Australia's great vineyard sites.
