The 2022 Heartland Shiraz is a rich Australian red wine from South Australia's Langhorne Creek region, produced by Heartland Wines. Crafted from Shiraz, this wine reflects the region's warm growing conditions and cooling maritime influences, which encourage generous fruit flavours and balanced structure. Its anticipated aromas reveal ripe blackberry, dark plum and black cherry, complemented by notes of cracked black pepper, liquorice, dark chocolate and subtle spice.
On the palate, it is expected to be medium to full-bodied with smooth tannins and balanced acidity. Flavours of juicy blackberry, ripe plum and dark raspberry unfold alongside hints of cocoa, black pepper and gentle oak spice. Its concentrated dark-fruit character is supported by a velvety texture and savoury complexity, creating a harmonious Shiraz with richness and depth. The finish is dry and persistent, leaving lingering impressions of dark berries, liquorice and subtle spice.
Ben's Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for customers who appreciate Australian Shiraz with generous dark-fruit flavours, smooth tannins and savoury complexity. The 2022 Heartland Shiraz showcases Langhorne Creek's distinctive character, combining ripe blackberry and plum with peppery spice and a rounded palate. A suggested drinking window is 2026–2032, with potential for further development under suitable cellaring conditions. Serve at approximately 16–18°C. Particularly well suited to grilled ribeye steak, rosemary-roasted lamb, slow-braised beef cheeks, smoky barbecue ribs, mushroom risotto or aged cheddar cheese.
