2019 Barr-Eden Estate Love Over Gold Shiraz, Eden Valley

Love Over Gold Shiraz is an ultra-refined, small-batch expression of Barossa fruit that sits at the intersection of power and poise. Crafted in tiny quantities from low-yielding, old vine Shiraz, this wine leans into purity and restraint rather than excess. It’s all about detail, structure, and a deep connection to site.

While often surrounded by whispers and cult-like reverence. The wine has its own distinct identity, shaped by a philosophy of minimal intervention, precision viticulture, and a patient, thoughtful hand in the cellar. The fruit typically comes from select sites on the elevated eastern edge of the Barossa, where the soils are rocky and the climate cooler, bringing natural acidity and fine tannin.

Winemaking is gentle and transparent—wild fermentation, long maceration, extended time in neutral oak, and no fining or filtration. The result is a wine that wears its origin on its sleeve but speaks in quiet, measured tones.

In the glass, expect aromas of dark cherry, blackberry, dried herbs, graphite, and floral notes. The palate is medium to full bodied with a lithe structure, tightly coiled tannins, and a savoury core wrapped in mineral nuance. It finishes long and focused, with real cellar potential.

This is not Shiraz built for instant gratification—it's contemplative, age-worthy, and destined for those who appreciate subtlety and site transparency in Australian reds.