Shiraz R
⏳ Drinking Window
2024 - 2034
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Slow-roasted rosemary lamb shanks, grilled prime ribeye steak, mature hard cheeses
✨ Technical Specifications
The Kilikanoon 'R' Shiraz represents the pinnacle of selection, sourced from low-yielding, ultra-premium vineyard parcels nestled in the rolling hills of the Clare Valley. The 'R' designation stands for Reserve, signifying a wine of exceptional character that is only produced when vintage conditions are deemed truly outstanding. The terroir of the Clare Valley, characterized by its red loam over limestone soils and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts, imparts a unique combination of intense dark fruit concentration and structural elegance. Crafted using traditional winemaking techniques, including open-top fermentation and gentle basket pressing, the wine is matured in select French oak hogsheads to seamless maturity. This meticulous process honors the region's rich viticultural history, creating a powerful yet sophisticated Shiraz that beautifully reflects its South Australian heritage.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1997 by winemaker Kevin Mitchell, Kilikanoon is situated in the picturesque Clare Valley of South Australia. Sourcing fruit from historic, low-yielding old vines across diverse microclimates and soil profiles, the estate is dedicated to crafting wines of remarkable power, precision, and regional authenticity. The winery has earned widespread international acclaim for its deeply concentrated, structured red wines—most notably the flagship Oracle Shiraz and Prodigal Grenache—alongside crystalline, age-worthy Clare Valley Rieslings.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Shiraz