Dandelion Vineyards – Firehawk of McLaren Vale Shiraz 2022

¥4,900 (¥5,390 tax incl.)
750ml | Screw Cap
Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia
Variety: Shiraz
Farming: Organic / Biodynamic Certified

Tasting Notes & Winemaking

  • Single vineyard wine from an ancient ridge overlooking McLaren Vale, Willunga escarpment, and Gulf of St Vincent.

  • Named after the Firehawk bird of prey that protects the vineyard by scaring off pests.

  • Handpicked bunches gently crushed into open fermenters; 14 days fermentation followed by basket pressing into French oak barriques (1/3 new, rest seasoned).

  • Matured for 18 months with minimal intervention before bottling to express vineyard character.

Flavor Profile

  • Bold, rich, and dark-fruited with spiced blackberry and freshly roasted espresso aromas.

  • Dense dark plum flavors with a penetrating finish. Powerful and full-bodied.

Awards & Ratings

  • James Suckling: 91 points

  • The Real Review (Stuart Knox, Dec 2023): 95 points

  • Gold Medal, Women’s Wine & Spirits Awards 2024

  • Gold Medal, 10th “SAKURA” Japan Women’s Wine Awards 2023 (Grand Prix, Yakitori Pairing Special Award)

  • Other Gold Medals: Critics International Wine Challenge (USA), Korea Wine Challenge, China Wine & Spirits Awards

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