In 1977 when Jim Barry first purchased the Lodge Hill property, his intention was to devote the entire area to Riesling. However, there was a small area which had a gentle slope facing north, capturing the warmer conditions of the elevated site and he decided that it was an ideal place to grow a premium Shiraz.

Sight

Deep, dark red/black hues

Smell

Lifted aromas of mulberry, raspberry, coffee, kirsch

Taste

Mouth-filling flavours of bramble, chocolate, menthol, rosemary. Stuctural wine with delicate, sensual and ripe tannins.

Time

A wine that is ready for immediate enjoyment with a view to cellaring for 7 to 10 years from vintage