Golden Amrita 'Sunshine Hills' Shiraz 2021
Primary flavours
Dark Plum
Plum
Anise
Chocolate
Details
Greenock, the town closest to the original Golden Amrita vineyard, is Gaelic for 'sunny hill', so why not call this big-boned Barossan Shiraz Sunshine Hill? A deep, saturated purple colour, this is red wine with the volume turned up real high. It tastes of fresh plums, cooked plums, and chocolate, with a seriously luscious rich palate that goes on for days.
Amrita is an ancient Indian word meaning 'nectar of the gods', and it's an excellent name for a wine business devoted to super luscious Barossa Valley reds. Golden Amrita is owned by the Liu family, who are famous for the aged Pu’er tea from Yunnan Province and see plenty of parallels between making great wine and sublime tea To help make their wine dreams a reality, the Liu family bought an established Shiraz vineyard in Greenock, on the western side of the Barossa and then enlisted one of Australia's few winemaking Masters of Wine, Kym Milne MW. With this dream combo of old vines and a 40-year Australian winemaking veteran, it's probably unsurprising that the hedonistic Barossan reds that have now come out from Golden Amrita are so damn good.
Amrita is an ancient Indian word meaning 'nectar of the gods', and it's an excellent name for a wine business devoted to super luscious Barossa Valley reds. Golden Amrita is owned by the Liu family, who are famous for the aged Pu’er tea from Yunnan Province and see plenty of parallels between making great wine and sublime tea To help make their wine dreams a reality, the Liu family bought an established Shiraz vineyard in Greenock, on the western side of the Barossa and then enlisted one of Australia's few winemaking Masters of Wine, Kym Milne MW. With this dream combo of old vines and a 40-year Australian winemaking veteran, it's probably unsurprising that the hedonistic Barossan reds that have now come out from Golden Amrita are so damn good.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards full bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, some fruitiness, medium tannins, high alcohol and lots of oak.
Specs
Region
Barossa Valley
country
Australia
Grape type
Shiraz
Wine Maker
Golden Amrita
Alcohol
14.5%
Vintage
2021
Cellar period
5-10 years
Closure
Screw Cap
Production method
Sustainably Made
Temperature
Room Temperature 15°C-18°C
State
SA
collection
Pairing guide
This Shiraz from Golden Amrita is a fantastic example of everything we love about Australia’s signature grape varietal - it’s got deeply delicious fruit flavours, plenty of body, and a structure that definitely makes its presence known on the palate. Ideal for barbecues, great for big family dinners, and equally fantastic for relaxing with in the evening, we love pairing this wine with chargrilled beef and lamb, homemade burgers, sausage sandwiches, and meaty pies. Brisket, and other USA-style cook-out favourites, will work very nicely. It’s also a good wine for chilli con carne (or a veggie alternative), eggplant fattoush, kofta, and roasted or barbecued Mediterranean vegetables.
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Food
BBQ
Red Meat
Tastes
Rich
Powerful
Moods
Always A Winner
Any and all
Seasons
Winter
Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Barossa Valley, Australia
The Barossa Valley is a wine lover's paradise, located in the sunny state of South Australia. With its warm climate and fertile soil, this region is known for producing bold, full-bodied red wines that will make your taste buds sing. The area's winemaking history dates back to the 1840s, when European settlers first planted grapevines. Today, the Barossa Valley is home to over 150 wineries and is a top destination for wine enthusiasts from around the world. So grab a glass and get ready to explore the delicious wines of the Barossa Valley!
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