Killerman's Run Shiraz
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Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, slow-roasted lamb shanks, hearty beef stew
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The name 'Killerman's Run' pays homage to Alan Harrison, a legendary local bushman who lived a self-sufficient lifestyle in a simple dirt-floored shack in the hills behind the Kilikanoon property during the mid-20th century. Known to the community as 'Killerman', he grew his own produce, hunted, and crafted his own wild wines. This Shiraz captures his rugged, independent spirit and connection to the Clare Valley landscape. Sourced from premium vineyards across the region, the wine is crafted using traditional techniques, including fermentation in open-top fermenters and aging in seasoned French oak hogsheads, resulting in a classic Clare Valley Shiraz that balances rich, dark fruit flavors with elegant structure and savory complexity.
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Founded in 1997 by winemaker Kevin Mitchell, Kilikanoon is nestled in the picturesque Clare Valley of South Australia, operating from a historic property in Penwortham. The winery is celebrated for its meticulous, terroir-driven approach, sourcing fruit from diverse microclimates and ancient, ungrafted vines to craft wines of immense depth and character. Kilikanoon is particularly renowned for its powerful yet elegant Shiraz expressions, such as the flagship Oracle Shiraz and Covenant Shiraz, alongside exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, and crisp Clare Valley Rieslings. This dedication to expressing regional identity has earned the estate international acclaim as one of Australia's premier boutique wineries of the modern era.