The Old Bastard Shiraz is the essence of the Barossa Valley and is a true testament to the history, soils and place that is the Barossa. The oldest vineyards in the Old Vine Trio, with planted in 1893, the Kaesler Old Bastard Shiraz is one of Australiaās most collected wines and is considered a benchmark for premium Barossa Shiraz around the world.
Eyes: Dense deep purple, with vibrant youthful hues.
Appearance: Bright medium-deep crimson with a purple hue.
Palate: Incredibly intense and rich with black fruits, so youthful. This will be an Old Bastard for the ages.
Body:Ā Full
Grape Variety:Ā Shiraz
Region:Ā Barossa Valley
Growing Conditions:Ā The 2021 vintage was in a word āBrilliantā. Barossa saw cool and dry conditions which has produced excellent quality reds and whites. Great growing conditions combined with good yields created a memorable harvest, with all wines showing a wide array of aromas and flavours. Soft supple tannins are in abundance in the reds which has ensured easy drinking in their youth, with careful cellaring also reaping rewards. The highlight for 2021 was the overall quality, a genuine 10/10 season.
Vineyard Soils: Loam over clay
Vine Age:Ā Shiraz vines planted in 1893
Alcohol: 14.5%
pH:Ā 3.39
Acidity: 6.54 g/l
Winemaking:Ā
Hand harvested in the early morning of March 9th after a āperfectā ripening season. The grapes were then immediately destemmed and fermented on skins for 7 days, with twice daily remontage. After pressing and subsequent settling, the wine was aged in 50% New French oak for 18 months, prior to bottling in March of 2023.
Reviews: 96/100 on average:
"Bold and complex aromas of blackberries, blood plums, mocha, mulberries and violets. The palate is full-bodied with a densely packed, creamy and generous mouthfeel, giving flavors of cured game meat, cassis, licorice and spices. Nicely constructed, with good tension and balance. Drink or hold." - James Suckling (2021 vintage)
