Eileen Hardy Shiraz
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Typically best enjoyed 8 to 25 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Slow-roasted rosemary lamb shoulder, grilled prime ribeye steak, mature hard cheeses.
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The Eileen Hardy Shiraz is a legendary Australian icon, first released in 1970 to honor the beloved matriarch of the Hardy family, Eileen Hardy, who was awarded an OBE in 1977 for her outstanding contribution to the wine industry. This flagship cuvée is crafted from the absolute finest parcels of Shiraz, predominantly sourced from ancient, low-yielding vines in McLaren Vale, occasionally complemented by premium fruit from other historic South Australian regions. Winemakers employ traditional techniques, including open-top fermenters and basket pressing, followed by extensive maturation in premium French oak barrels. The resulting wine is celebrated for its profound depth, complex layers of dark plum, mulberry, graphite, and savory spice, backed by structural, velvety tannins that ensure remarkable longevity.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1853 by Thomas Hardy, who is widely regarded as the father of the South Australian wine industry, Hardys is one of Australia's most historic and influential wine producers. Based at the iconic Tintara Winery in McLaren Vale, South Australia, the estate has spent over 170 years pioneering multi-regional blending and showcasing the diverse terroirs of South Australia. Hardys is celebrated for its uncompromising commitment to quality, crafting a diverse portfolio that spans everyday classics to prestigious, award-winning flagship labels like the Eileen Hardy Shiraz and Thomas Hardy Cabernet Sauvignon. Their winemaking philosophy seamlessly marries traditional open fermenters and basket presses with modern techniques to produce rich, structured reds and elegant, expressive white wines.