This blend was pioneered in the Hunter Valley in the early part of last century and is currently enjoying a welcome renaissance. Elegantly structured, the blend provides a wonderful complexity with the rich earthy tones of Hunter Valley Shiraz with the vibrancy of Pinot Noir.
Four Trophies 2023 Hunter Valley Wine Show including Best Red Wine of Show. Impressively deep colour, dense red/black, showing a vibrant crimson rim. The palate is full of raspberry and mulberry fruits with a touch of chocolate framed with subtle oak and velvety tannins.
Originally an experimental field blend this is now a regular in the Little Wine Co stable. Grown side by side the Shiraz (88%) and Tempranillo (12%) were co-harvested and co-fermented. Vibrant dark berry fruit and a smooth palate make this a delicious, easy-drinking style.
LDR is no secret code, it simply stands for Lovedale Road, the site where the fruit comes from and the original plantings for the De Iuliis family. Black fruit, mulberries, rubs of red earth, beautifully balanced. A classic Hunter Valley style of Shiraz, this wine is definitely one for the cellar.
From from the historical Ben Ean Vineyard, planted in 1870 by John McDonald and purchased by the Lindeman Family in 1912. Some of the most iconic wines of the 70's and 80's were made from this site, so the hype is real.
Bright ruby hues with a touch of purple, subtle aromas of spice, pepper and savoury oak. The palate delivers the classic hunter hints of leather, pepper, vanilla and blackberries.
The warm days and cool nights of 2021 led to elegant reds with lovely floral lift. This Shiraz is bright with dark cherry, baking spice and white pepper flavours.
2023 Hunter Valley Wine Show including Best Red Wine of Show. Impressively deep colour, dense red/black, showing a vibrant crimson rim. The palate is full of raspberry and mulberry fruits with a touch of chocolate framed with subtle oak and velvety tannins. 
