Sparkling Shiraz is Australia’s gift to the world of wine. A staple at Barossa celebrations and a feature of the festive season. Our father, Richard, loved red wine and the cosmos, and he always encouraged us to reach for the stars. We dedicate Stelle Nere, Italian for black stars, to his memory.
 
Vintage Report:
2019 was the smallest vintage in twenty years due to a drier than average growing season with spring frosts. What little fruit there was ripened quickly in the hot, dry conditions of January and February, with a mad rush to pick before sugar levels became excessive. On the plus side, the lack of rainfall meant there was no disease pressure this season. The reds will be bold, dark, rich and long-lived. Sadly, they will be in very short supply. Portion of 2019: 22%.
 
Colour: Medium depth, crimson with a red rim.
Aroma: Rich, ripe plum and mulberry jam with a dollop of cream on a fresh scone. What more can I say?!
Palate: The juicy fruits and creamy vanilla mingle on the palate with an amazingly fine bead. Saucy and savoury, secondary characters from the older base wines add to the complexity with suede-like tannins and balanced sweetness rounding off the finish.
Food match: Anytime on Christmas Day, particularly for breakfast! Any time of the year really. Serve chilled and be sure to have extra bottles on hand as you will run out.
Paul Lindner, Chief Winemaker