2023 Glaetzer Amon Ra Shiraz 750ml

Overview

Ben Glaetzer's Amon Ra is a concentrated expression of old-vine Shiraz from Ebenezer, at the northern end of the Barossa Valley. The 2023 combines dark-fruit depth with the freshness and fine structure noted by its reviewers.

Substantial yet composed, it suits collectors seeking a full-bodied Australian red with the capacity to develop well beyond its youthful fruit.

Vintage & Winemaking

A wet winter and spring gave way to a mild, relatively dry summer, extending ripening into a late harvest. Fruit from 50–130-year-old vines was fermented in small open vessels and hand plunged three times daily. Sixteen months in new hogsheads, 95% French and 5% American, preceded bottling without filtration.

Product Highlights

• 97 points from Ray Jordan.
• Fruit from vines aged 50–130 years.
• Small open-fermenter vinification with hand plunging.
• Bottled unfiltered.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Deep, opaque purple-blue with a ruby edge.

Aroma

Black and blue berries, plum and raspberry are accented by pepper and cinnamon.

Palate

Generous dark fruit is supported by layered spice, subtle herbs and fine, powdery tannins.

Finish

Long and structured, with savoury detail balancing the fruit's richness.

Food Pairing

• Chargrilled rib-eye steak.
• Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with rosemary.
• Beef short ribs with a red-wine reduction.
• Venison with roasted root vegetables.
• Aged cheddar and other firm cheeses.

Serving Temperature: Suggested at 16–18°C; decanting will help the youthful wine open.

Cellaring Potential

Still youthful, with concentrated fruit and firm structure. Cellaring should allow the oak, tannins and savoury complexity to knit together.

Recommended drinking window: Now through 2045 with suitable cellaring, following the producer's guidance.

Critic Scores & Reviews

“everything is nicely in balance.” — Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion, February 2026.