Cawara Shiraz
⏳ Drinking Window
Best enjoyed young and fresh, typically within 1–3 years of vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Barbecued beef ribs, grilled sausages, and mature cheddar cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Named after Dr. Henry Lindeman's historic 1843 homestead 'Cawarra'—an Aboriginal word meaning 'flowing water'—this wine pays tribute to the birthplace of Lindemans in the Hunter Valley. Today, sourced from vineyards across South Eastern Australia, the Cawarra Shiraz is crafted in an approachable, contemporary style that emphasizes bright fruit expression and immediate enjoyment. It embodies the founder's philosophy of producing wines that bring simple, everyday joy. Vinified to preserve its vibrant dark berry character and soft, supple tannins, it offers a classic, easy-drinking expression of Australian Shiraz.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1843 by English naval surgeon Dr. Henry Lindeman at his Cawarra property in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Lindeman's has grown into one of Australia's most enduring and globally recognized wine brands. Now under the stewardship of Treasury Wine Estates, the house has expanded its viticultural footprint across premier Australian terroirs, establishing renowned holdings in regions such as Coonawarra, South Australia. Guided by a winemaking philosophy that champions accessibility, varietal purity, and consistency, the estate gained international acclaim through its accessible Bin Series—spearheaded by the iconic Bin 65 Chardonnay—alongside prestigious, cellar-worthy expressions like the celebrated Coonawarra Trio featuring St George Cabernet Sauvignon and Limestone Ridge Shiraz Cabernet.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Shiraz
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5%