Wynns Estate Shiraz Single Bottle

Country: Australia Region: Coonawarra

Varietal: Shiraz    Vintage: 2021 

Colour: Red    Style: Dry    abv: 13.5% 

Producer: Wynns Estate

Description:

Wynns is the historic Coonawarra estate, founded in 1891 by John Riddoch. It is one of Australia’s most iconic wine estates.

Amongst the worlds best wine critics to have written reviews, is Jancis Robinson, one of the most respected, who said of Wynns Shiraz:

'Every now and then – though perhaps not as often as I’d like – a wine comes along that is obviously and absurdly underpriced. This is one of them'

Jancis goes on to say: 

"This is Really serious – and surely underpriced?"  

(on the 2019 vintage).

Coonawarra's cool climate and famous terra rossa soils are now rightfully celebrated the world over. This region's reds are seen amongst Australia's greatest. Much of this is down to Samuel Wynn and his son, David, who bought an almost desolate vineyard in 1951 with no expectations of making a profit. Today, the Wynns Coonawarra Estate label is one of the most recognisable in Australia. This Shiraz has upheld the great reputation for more than half a century. Bright. Fresh. Silky. It's medium-bodied, with juicy notes of red fruits, blackberry and spicy black pepper. Try it with beef or veggie dumplings and a spiced yoghurt dressing. 

The winemaker celebrates her 30th vintage this month, having been at the helm here since 1993. Sue Hodder leads a team of world class winemakers at Wynns and the 2021 Shiraz marks the last vintage of chief viticulturalist Allen Jenkins.

'Current prices for Wynns Estate Shiraz are almost inexplicably low. Big companies do big deals and often need bargaining chips. I fear this wine has become one of these. But why not take advantage of this?

Referring to the quality and ageworthiness of the wines, Jancis goes on:

'The wines made in 1953, 1954 and 1955 are still absolutely remarkable, equal to the very greatest wines produced in Australia in those years.

Current prices for Wynns Estate Shiraz are almost inexplicably low. Big companies do big deals and often need bargaining chips. I fear this wine has become one of these. But why not take advantage of this?'

Jancis Robinson, Wine Critic