{"product_id":"2021-balnaves-of-coonawarra-shiraz-750ml","title":"2021 Balnaves of Coonawarra Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Balnaves of Coonawarra Shiraz is a refined cool-climate Shiraz that showcases the elegance, purity, and regional character of one of Australia's premier wine regions. Produced by \u003cstrong\u003eBalnaves of Coonawarra\u003c\/strong\u003e, this estate-grown Shiraz combines vibrant fruit, savoury complexity, and fine structure in a style that is unmistakably Coonawarra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1975, Balnaves is one of Coonawarra's most respected family-owned wineries. While internationally renowned for Cabernet Sauvignon, the estate's Shiraz has quietly become a benchmark for cool-climate Australian Shiraz, offering perfume, spice, and finesse rather than sheer power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outstanding 2021 vintage delivered near-perfect growing conditions throughout Coonawarra. A mild, extended growing season allowed the fruit to ripen slowly, producing Shiraz with exceptional aromatic intensity, natural acidity, and beautifully refined tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit was harvested from selected estate vineyard blocks planted on the region's famous Terra Rossa soils over limestone. Following fermentation, the wine was matured in French oak barrels, adding subtle texture and complexity while allowing the purity of the fruit to remain the focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bouquet is expressive and layered, offering aromas of blackberry, black cherry, blueberry, and ripe plum, complemented by cracked black pepper, violet, liquorice, cedar, dark chocolate, and subtle spice. Delicate notes of dried herbs and earthy minerality add further complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is medium- to full-bodied, elegant, and beautifully balanced. Vibrant dark berry fruits are supported by silky tannins, fresh natural acidity, and finely integrated French oak. The wine finishes long and savoury, with lingering notes of spice, black fruits, and subtle mocha, reflecting both the cool-climate vintage and Balnaves' restrained winemaking philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready drinking beautifully, the 2021 Balnaves Shiraz has the balance and structure to continue evolving gracefully over the next 10–15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balnaves of Coonawarra\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coonawarra, South Australia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shiraz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool Climate Shiraz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screwcap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Char-grilled lamb, beef ribeye, roast duck, venison, slow-braised beef cheeks, and mature hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cellarhand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52213805449518,"sku":"5494384704","price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2021_Balnaves_of_Coonawarra_Shiraz_750ml.png?v=1781767415","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2021-balnaves-of-coonawarra-shiraz-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}