The 2022 Koomilya Shiraz is a compelling McLaren Vale Shiraz from Stephen Pannell’s historic Koomilya vineyard in Upper Tintara, a site renowned for its ancient soils, old vines and distinctive ironstone character. The 2022 vintage benefited from a long, cool growing season, producing a wine of depth, freshness and remarkable site expression. Aromas of blackberry, dark plum and black cherry are layered with notes of spice, dried herbs, earth and subtle floral lift.
On the palate, it is full-bodied yet finely balanced, with concentrated dark fruit supported by vibrant acidity and polished tannins. Flavours of blackberry, plum and dark cherry are complemented by savoury notes of ironstone, cocoa, spice and earthy complexity. Matured with a focus on preserving vineyard character, the wine shows impressive structure and persistence, finishing long with layers of dark fruit, mineral detail and savoury spice.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding choice for customers who appreciate site-driven McLaren Vale Shiraz with power, structure and refinement. Its combination of rich fruit, savoury complexity and fine tannins makes it a superb match for grilled rib-eye steak, slow-roasted lamb, beef cheeks and aged hard cheeses. Drinking beautifully with decanting, it also has the balance and structure to develop further complexity over the next 10–15 years.
