The Other Side Shiraz
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Typically best enjoyed 8–20 years from the vintage release, as its dense structure and concentrated fruit evolve beautifully with age.
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Slow-roasted lamb shanks, grilled ribeye steak, aged cheddar cheese
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Hailing from the historic 'The Other Side' vineyard in the Willunga sub-region of McLaren Vale, this exceptional single-vineyard Shiraz is sourced from ancient vines planted in 1916. The vineyard's name playfully hints at its position on the southern slopes of the Willunga Basin, where the vines dig deep into clay loam soils over limestone. True to d'Arenberg's time-honored, artisanal philosophy, the grapes undergo traditional foot-treading in open fermenters before being gently pressed in historic basket presses. The wine is then matured in a combination of new and older French and American oak barriques. This meticulous, hands-on process coaxes out a remarkably deep, complex profile characterized by dark plum, earthy spice, and structured, mineral-tinged tannins that reflect this unique terroir.
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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.