Special Release Shiraz Pinot Noir
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Typically best enjoyed within 3–10 years from vintage release, though well-stored bottles can evolve beautifully for over a decade.
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Roasted duck, grilled quail, mushroom risotto
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This unique bottling from Tyrrell's pays homage to the legendary 'Hunter River Burgundy' style, a historic Australian blending tradition popularized in the mid-20th century. By combining the spice and structure of Hunter Valley Shiraz with the bright acidity, red-fruit perfume, and silky tannins of Pinot Noir, Tyrrell's revives a classic, medium-bodied red style that predates the modern obsession with single-varietal wines. Sourced from select blocks in the Hunter Valley, the grapes are fermented in open-top vats and matured in large, older oak casks to ensure the fresh, savory, and highly perfumed character of the blend remains front and center, offering a nostalgic yet vibrant taste of Australian winemaking history.
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Established in 1858 by English immigrant Edward Tyrrell, Tyrrell's is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious family-owned wineries, located in the historic Pokolbin sub-region of the Hunter Valley, New South Wales. Today, under the guidance of fourth-generation family member Bruce Tyrrell, the estate continues to champion its rich heritage while managing some of the region's oldest dry-grown vineyards. Tyrrell's is globally celebrated for its benchmark Hunter Valley Semillon, particularly the iconic Vat 1 Semillon, which showcases extraordinary longevity and complexity without oak contact. The winery is also a pioneer of Australian Chardonnay, exemplified by the historic Vat 47, alongside exceptional, elegant Shiraz expressions such as Vat 9, cementing its status as an icon of Australian viticulture.