The Limited Release Shiraz from Stonehaven is highlighting the depth of quality that comes out of Padthaway. This Shiraz has delightful elements of blueberries and blackberries that are soaked up by glorious oak that gives the wine plenty of structure. Behind the oak and berry interplay there is an iodine drive, creamy vanilla spice and plenty of pepper.

The Stonehaven winery is a bit like an adopted dog who finally finds a home with a loving family after years of neglect. The winery was established by Hardy’s in the 1990s to help highlight the growing importance of the Limestone Coast until Constellation, who owned Hardy’s, made wholesale change across their wineries and sold it off to lay dormant. Enter CW Wines, the family who wandered into the pound and purchased the winery and gave it a new life. Today, the winery is growing the reputation of the Limestone Coast by producing several tiers of wines that highlight the importance of the region. There are three major labels with the Stepping Stone and Limited Release labels making up the core components. These labels are sourced from the main regions of the Limestone Coast like Wrattonbully, Padthaway and Robe as well as the world renowned Coonawarra. It’s a good thing this delightful winery has found a home and is maturing along nicely.