Wine: Hardys VR Shiraz

Country: Australia

Region: South Eastern Australia

Brand/Producer: Hardys

Grape Varietal: Shiraz

ABV: 13.5%

Type: Red

Code: 2023

Tasting Note

A full bodied wine with an intense bouquet of ripe raspberries and cherries with hints of spice. The intensity continues on the palate with sweet ripe plums and more red berries and black cherries. The finish is long with subtle traces of soft vanilla tannins.

Producer

Hardys is one of Australia’s oldest wineries, founded over 165 years ago. Thomas Hardy helped forge the Australian wine industry and was a true pioneer, entrepreneur and visionary. Today the winemakers continue to uphold the Hardys passion for viticulture and winemaking, crafting quality wines for consumers to enjoy across the globe.

Winemaking

Shiraz grapes are grown in the Riverland region which has a climate well suited for growing vines. Warm summer days and plenty of sunshine allow ripe fruit flavours and sugars to develop. Hardly any intervention takes place in the winery so the typical varietal characteristics of Shiraz are amplified under the watchful eye of winemaker Paul Burnett. 

Fun Fact

VR stands for “Varietal Range”; easy drinking wines full of varietal flavour.

Hardys is one of the most awarded wineries in Australia with over 9000 medals awarded during the winery’s long successful history

Food pairing

The subtle spiciness can take on any dishes with tomato based sauces as well as grilled red meats.

Awards & Accolades

3.4 Vivino