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Sweetwater Estate vineyard grapes are hand-picked on land that has been the setting since 1844, for one of the oldest known vineyard sites in the Lower Hunter Valley.
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Sweetwater Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
$120.00
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Sweetwater Estate Shiraz Touriga 2023
$70.00
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Sweetwater Estate Shiraz 2023
$70.00

Sweetwater Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

$120.00
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Blackberry and jubey raspberry, cedar and tobacco, a pleasant earthiness and violet perfume. It’s medium to full-bodied, firm grainy almost gravelly tannin, something like iodine in there too, and a firm and slightly hard finish, tannin gripping as it goes.


Alcohol : 13.8%

Price : $120

Closure : Screwcap

Drink : Now – 2030+

Varietal
 Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage 2011
Region
 Hunter Valley




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Sweetwater Estate Shiraz Touriga 2023

Sweetwater Estate Shiraz Touriga 2023

$70.00
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Tax included.

Shiraz Touriga wine from 2023 that has been oaked in French barrels and sealed under a screw cap is likely to exhibit a range of interesting tasting notes influenced by its varietals, aging process, and the closure method. Here’s a general overview of what to expect:

Aroma:

  • Fruits: You might detect luscious dark fruits like blackberry, plum, and blueberry, complemented by the spiciness of black pepper.
  • Floral Notes: There could be hints of violet or other floral aromas typical of Touriga.
  • Oak Influence: The French oak aging may introduce subtle notes of vanilla, toasted nuts, and a light creaminess.

Taste:

  • Fruit Profile: The palate is likely to be bold and fruit-forward, with ripe, juicy dark berries being prominent.
  • Structural Elements: Expect a balanced acidity that gives freshness and prevents the wine from feeling too heavy.
  • Spices and Complexity: The Shiraz may add complexity with additional notes of dark chocolate, espresso, or subtle herbs.
  • Tannins: The tannins might be smooth and well-integrated due to the oak aging, contributing to a velvety mouthfeel.

Finish:

  • The finish could be long and satisfying, with lingering notes of fruit and a touch of oak sweetness.

The screw cap closure typically helps preserve the wine's freshness and enhances its fruit character, making it appealing for early enjoyment while still allowing for some aging potential. Overall, the combination of Shiraz and Touriga should yield a rich and expressive wine with a nice blend of ripeness and complexity.


 

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Sweetwater Estate Shiraz 2023

Sweetwater Estate Shiraz 2023

$70.00
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Tax included.

The Hunter Valley is Australia’s premium Shiraz region.  Sweetwater Estate shiraz grapes are hand-picked on land that has been the setting since 1844, for one of the oldest known vineyard sites in the Lower Hunter Valley.

Grown in ancient red soils, nourished by local clear waters and blessed by Australia’s abundant and constant sunshine.

Latest Wine Show Results

4x Trophies l 1x Gold Medal - Hunter Valley Wine Show 2025

  • The Doug Seabrook Memorial Trophy for Best Red Wine of Show
  • Len Evans Trophy for Best Single Vineyard Red
  • Hector Tulloch Memorial Trophy for Best Shiraz
  • Stibbard- Hulin Trophy for Best Two-Year-Old Shiraz

 

96 Points

"An aromatic, robust yet classically styled shiraz with outstanding fruit concentration and class. Deeply coloured, it holds its cards close to its chest at first but, with air, it becomes magnificent. Plush, inky blood plums are wrapped in a matrix of complex tannins that build from the mid-palate. Adding intrigue is a faint sanguine note, along with fragrant potpourri and dried dark cherry. It is a dark and serious wine of character and depth destined to evolve beautifully with time. Decant vigorously if drinking young."

Halliday Wine Companion, Toni Paterson

Published 19 June 2025

 

Varietal
 Shiraz
Alcohol 14%
Harvest 2023
Oak French Oak
Cellar Now to 2030
Colour Deep red
Nose Fragrant cherry, plum & violet aromas
Palate Velvety soft with long finish
Food Pair Suggestion
 Pork Tenderloin

 

 

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