Sons of Eden Zephyrus Shiraz 2019

97 Points & Top 100 Wines of 2021  James Halliday

Sons of Eden has a simple philosophy to produce wines with flavour and personality from vineyards of unique character within the world class Barossa region.

This time-honoured blend is our offering to Zephyrus, Greek God of the West Wind, who is often depicted as a horse due to the speed attributed to this majestic animal. The vineyards of the Greater Barossa are regularly buffeted by cooling Westerly winds creating an ideal temperature range in which to slowly ripen.

Deep crimson in colour with an attractive mix of dark cherry fruits, red-licorice spice and a hint of wild violet aromas. The palate is equally attractive, with a rich concentrated and rounded mouthfeel, which finishes with vibrancy and freshness. A modern style Barossa Shiraz which will mature beautifully for many years to come. Winemaking A blend of 11 unique Shiraz parcels, from fruit grown throughout the Barossa Region. The blend of cooler climate Eden Valley Shiraz (62%) and warmer climate Barossa Valley Shiraz (38%) combine beautifully to enhance the palate structure and aromatics.

“Eden (61%) and Barossa (39%) Valleys; 10% to 40% whole bunch; 15 months in French hogsheads (40% new). A finely structured wine of great class as befits the vintage, the whole bunch lifting the red fruit aromatics on the predominantly blackberry/black cherry foundations.” – 97 Points & Top 100 Wines of 2021 $40 James Halliday