Stamp of Australia Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvigon
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Best enjoyed young and fresh, typically within 1–3 years of vintage release.
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Barbecued pork ribs, grilled beef burgers, mature Cheddar cheese
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The Stamp of Australia range by Hardys is inspired by the pioneering spirit of founder Thomas Hardy and was designed to showcase the rich blending heritage of South Australian viticulture to the global market. Historically featuring an Australian postage stamp on the label, it serves as a liquid postcard representing the warmth and richness of the region's vineyards. This Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvignon blend is a quintessential Australian classic, combining the fleshy plum and soft spice of Shiraz with the structured blackcurrant notes and fine tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon. Sourced from prime vineyards across South Australia, the fruit is carefully fermented with light oak contact to preserve its vibrant, juicy primary fruit character, resulting in an approachable, easy-drinking style that has introduced generations of wine lovers to the friendly character of Australian wine.
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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.