{"product_id":"2023-glaetzer-amon-ra-shiraz-750ml","title":"2023 Glaetzer Amon Ra Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSubstantial yet composed, it suits collectors seeking a full-bodied Australian red with the capacity to develop well beyond its youthful fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlaetzer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmon Ra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVintage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarossa Valley, South Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubregion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEbenezer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustralia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Shiraz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClosure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull-bodied, dry red wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCellaring\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrough to 2045\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e97 points from Ray Jordan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit from vines aged 50–130 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall open-fermenter vinification with hand plunging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottled unfiltered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeep, opaque purple-blue with a ruby edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack and blue berries, plum and raspberry are accented by pepper and cinnamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenerous dark fruit is supported by layered spice, subtle herbs and fine, powdery tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLong and structured, with savoury detail balancing the fruit's richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled rib-eye steak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-roasted lamb shoulder with rosemary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef short ribs with a red-wine reduction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenison with roasted root vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheddar and other firm cheeses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suggested at 16–18°C; decanting will help the youthful wine open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eStill youthful, with concentrated fruit and firm structure. Cellaring should allow the oak, tannins and savoury complexity to knit together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended drinking window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Now through 2045 with suitable cellaring, following the producer's guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCritic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRay Jordan, Wine Pilot, July 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e97 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion, February 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKen Gargett, Wine Pilot, June 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAaron Brasher, The Real Review, August 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAngus Hughson, The Vintage Journal, August 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e93 points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e“everything is nicely in balance.” — Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion, February 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cellarhand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68015655387438,"sku":"2201898875","price":94.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2023-glaetzer-amon-ra-shiraz-750ml.png?v=1794530762","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2023-glaetzer-amon-ra-shiraz-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}