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Peter Drayton 'Ironbark Hill' Shiraz 2023
Grape Type Pronunciation: "shir-azz"
Primary flavours
Dark Fruit
Plum
Earthy
Liquorice
Meaty
Olives
Pepper
Details
Hunter Valley Shiraz definitely has its own story in Australia, it isn’t South Australian or Victorian but sits nicely on its own. This example is meaty with plenty of white pepper and dark fruits to boot offset by rounded tannin with a lengthy finish.

Origin: The first recognised wines were made in the Rhône Valley and south-eastern France. Mainly Grown In: One of the world’s leading grapes, it is found in France, Australia, the USA, Argentina and South Africa. Key Facts: Shiraz is a world-beater. Starting small in the southern reaches of France, it has spread to all corners of the world, and is known for producing some of the world’s great red wines, capable of perfume, power and persistence. Local versions are luscious and fruity, loaded with plum, raisin and plenty of oaky richness. European expressions however can be more savoury and tend towards flavours of olive, black cherry and pepper. Both are equally delicious, and are simply a matter of taste! Fun Fact: Australian Shiraz had so much success and held such a good reputation when poured internationally, that numerous across the globe began to rename their Syrah to Shiraz. How about that!
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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 medium bodied, low sweetness, with low acidity, some fruitiness, medium tannins, medium alcohol and some oak.
Specs
Region
Hunter Valley
country
Australia
Grape type
Shiraz
Wine Maker
Peter Drayton
Alcohol
13.5%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
1-3 years
Closure
Screw Cap
Production method
Vegan
State
NSW
Pairing guide
Peter Drayton continues to fly the flag for the Hunter Valley’s ever-impressive wine scene, and this stunning Shiraz is an Australian classic with no shortage of contemporary appeal. Rich and intense, it’s the perfect pairing for barbecued lamb chops, smoky ribs and blacked chicken thighs with a paprika rub. It’s also excellent with bean and lentil dishes, the umami punch of miso and mushrooms, and with classic casseroles like paprikash, goulash and lamb tagine.
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Food
BBQ
Red Meat
Tastes
Rich
Moods
Any and all
Seasons
Winter
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Hunter Valley, Australia
The Hunter Valley is located in New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 150km northwest of Sydney and is known for producing world-class Semillon and formidable Chardonnay, Verdelho, Sauvignon Blanc, and Shiraz. The region has a long history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the 1830s. Today, the Hunter Valley is home to more than 150 wineries, ranging from small, family-owned operations to larger, internationally recognized producers such as Tyrell’s Wines, Mount Pleasant Wines and Brokenwood Wines. Hunter Valley comprises the following sub-regions: Upper Hunter Valley, Broke Fordwich, and Pokolbin. The region's climate is warm and humid, relying on rain, humidity, cloud cover and sea breeze to mitigate the warmth. Soil types vary across the region. Generally, Semillon performs well on the sandy alluvial flats, whereas Shiraz prefers the red loamy soil types.
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