Mount Horrocks Clare Valley Shiraz is an Australian red wine of exceptional quality. This single-vineyard Shiraz stems from low-yielding vines in the esteemed Clare Valley. It boasts intense, ripe plum and black cherry tones, coupled with smooth hints of dark chocolate, spice, and soft oak. Wonderfully balanced, it delivers an enticing lush mouthfeel and an impressively long finish. Its sturdy structure supports graceful ageing, potentially improving over a decade. Expert winemaker Stephanie Toole ensures this wine is organically grown and meticulously crafted, making it truly represent the terroir of Clare Valley. Suitable for a sophisticated palate.

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of Clare Valley, South Australia, lies the majestic Mount Horrocks winery. This five red-star rated winery is a remarkable fusion of modern viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques that span across 10 hectares of organically farmed vineyards.

Owner and winemaker Stephanie Toole, ensures her boutique winery is deeply committed to crafting the highest quality varietal wines using only the finest grapes. Her insistence on low yields results in impressively concentrated and expressive wines that never fail to reflect their terroir. Indeed a distinctive trait of Mount Horrocks wines lies in their elegant structure and outstanding fruit character.

Stephanie’s labour of love has resulted in Mount Horrocks' wines being listed amongst some of the top hotels and restaurants worldwide, as well as being served on Qantas First Class, an impressive accolade that acknowledges the wine's superior quality and charm.

The winery produces a small range that includes Cordon Cut Riesling, A Semillon, a Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Each possessing their own distinct flavor and beautifully layered complexity. The Cordon Cut Riesling in particular has gained international fame for its luscious and extracted tropical fruit flavour profile.

Visitors are welcomed at the beautifully restored Auburn Railway Station, located just 90 minutes drive north of Adelaide. The cellar door offers an intimate tasting experience, during which guests can sample the winery’s impressive creations and even have the opportunity to purchase limited releases and cellar door only wines.

At Mount Horrocks, wine is not just a beverage - it’s a journey, from the earth to the vine, through the hands of Stephanie, and straight into one’s glass. Every drop is crafted with great passion and unrivalled precision, ensuring every sip is nothing less than extraordinary. For wine enthusiasts, looking for a unique wine experience, the visit to this Mount Horrocks, will indeed offer a journey that's as enriching as it is memorable.

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