The Old Vine Shiraz
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from vintage release, though exceptional vintages can cellar beautifully for up to 15 years.
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Slow-roasted rosemary lamb shanks, grilled ribeye steak, smoked beef brisket
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Hailing from the sun-drenched slopes of McLaren Vale, South Australia, d'Arenberg's Old Vine Shiraz is a testament to the region's ancient soils and the winery's time-honored traditions. Sourced from venerable, low-yielding vines that have dug their roots deep into the diverse soils of the Vale, this wine captures the intense concentration and complexity that only age can bestow. In the cellar, winemaker Chester Osborn maintains the family's legendary hands-on approach: grapes are gently crushed in vintage basket presses and foot-trodden in open fermenters, a physical labor of love that coaxes out rich, velvety tannins and deep fruit character. The wine is then matured in a combination of new and seasoned French and American oak barriques, resulting in a classic McLaren Vale Shiraz that balances bold dark fruit, earthy spices, and a touch of rustic charm.
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Established in 1912 by Joseph Osborn in the heart of McLaren Vale, South Australia, d'Arenberg is a historic, family-owned winery currently guided by fourth-generation winemaker Chester Osborn. Renowned for its traditional, hands-on approach, the estate utilizes very old basket presses and practices foot-treading for all its red wines, maintaining a steadfast commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture. The winery is celebrated for its highly characterful, complex wines with distinctive, quirky names, most notably its flagship 'The Dead Arm' Shiraz, alongside exceptional Grenache and Rhône-style blends. Today, the estate seamlessly blends its rich heritage with avant-garde innovation, epitomized by the iconic d'Arenberg Cube visitor center rising above the ancient vines.