Shiraz
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2027
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb shanks, grilled ribeye steak, venison stew
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the cool, wind-swept slopes of the Bellarine Peninsula in Geelong, the Scotchmans Hill Shiraz represents a sophisticated, cool-climate expression of Australia's signature grape. The region's wine history dates back to the mid-19th century when Swiss settlers first planted vines, though the modern renaissance was pioneered by estates like Scotchmans Hill in the late 20th century. Grown on dark volcanic soils over limestone, the vines are constantly moderated by maritime breezes from Port Phillip Bay. This unique terroir slows ripening, allowing the grapes to develop intense flavor complexity while retaining natural acidity. The resulting wine is celebrated for its elegant structure, showcasing dark berry fruits interwoven with savory spice, black pepper, and fine-grained tannins, a stark and refreshing contrast to the heavier, warmer-climate styles of northern Australia.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1982 by David and Catherine Browne, Scotchmans Hill is a pioneering producer on the maritime Bellarine Peninsula within Victoria's acclaimed Geelong wine region. Planted on rich, volcanic basalt soils and moderated by maritime breezes from Port Phillip Bay and Bass Strait, the estate benefits from a dry, cool maritime microclimate. Guided by long-tenured chief winemaker Robin Brockett, the winery focuses on minimal intervention and precision viticulture to reflect authentic regional terroir. Scotchmans Hill is renowned for its estate-grown, elegant Pinot Noir, complex Chardonnay, cool-climate Shiraz, and its prestige Cornelius single-vineyard collection.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Shiraz
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5% - 14.5%