Parishes Cabernet Shiraz
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb shanks, grilled ribeye steak, venison stew
✨ Technical Specifications
Chateau Tanunda's 'Parishes' Cabernet Shiraz is a classic Australian blend that celebrates the historical division of the Barossa Valley into distinct church parishes, each boasting its own unique microclimate, soil composition, and viticultural heritage. This expression pays homage to those early pioneering families who mapped out these sub-regions. By marrying the structural elegance, fine-grained tannins, and cassis notes of Cabernet Sauvignon with the opulent dark fruit, spice, and velvety mid-palate of Shiraz, the winemakers craft a harmonious and deeply complex red. Sourced from select parish vineyards across the region, the fruit is treated with traditional winemaking techniques, including fermentation in open fermenters, to preserve the vibrant regional character and rich heritage of the Barossa.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1890, Chateau Tanunda stands as an iconic monumental landmark in South Australia's famed Barossa Valley, celebrated as a cornerstone of the region's rich winemaking heritage. Meticulously restored by the Geber family following their acquisition in 1998, the historic bluestone estate blends traditional craftsmanship with modern winemaking precision. Chateau Tanunda is deeply committed to celebrating ancient terroir, notably championing some of the world's oldest surviving vineyards through its acclaimed Old Vine Expressions. The estate is globally recognized for its powerful yet refined Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Rhône-style blends, headlined by flagship labels like The Everest and Grand Barossa that capture the essence and longevity of Barossa viticulture.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz