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Standish 'The Standish' Shiraz 2021
Standish Wine Company

Standish 'The Standish' Shiraz 2021

Sale price$149.99

— The flagship expression of Dan Standish’s vision, The Standish draws on elite Barossa parcels to deliver immense concentration, clarity and authority, built on old vines and meticulous hands-on winemaking.
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— Crafted with wild fermentation and bottled without fining or filtration, this Shiraz captures Barossa at full throttle yet finely controlled, layering power, detail and a strong sense of place.
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— Sourced from a premium private cellar.

Origin

South Australia Barossa Valley, Australia

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SKU: STTS202110 UCAU
  • 96 Points
TASTING NOTES

The Standish Shiraz 2021 is pure Barossa spirit in a bottle—bold, vibrant, and utterly captivating. This is the wine you reach for when you want something that feels both powerful and surprisingly polished.

Juicy dark berries burst with a juicy richness, while layers of spice and subtle earthiness add depth without overpowering. It’s the kind of Shiraz that balances raw energy with finesse, thanks to wild fermentation and a hands-on approach that lets the vineyard’s personality shine through.

Perfect for savoring alongside a hearty feast of grilled lamb or slow-roasted beef, this wine invites you to slow down and truly enjoy the moment. Whether it’s a lively weekend dinner or a cozy night in, The Standish brings that unmistakable Barossa warmth and intensity that makes every sip feel special.

TASTING PROFILE
  • LIGHT
  • FULL
  • LOW TANNIN
  • TANNIC
  • SWEET
  • DRY
  • LOW ACIDITY
  • HIGH ACIDITY
Aroma: Blackberry, Blueberry, Pepper
Palate: Blackberry, Fruit Cake, Tobacco
Food Pairings:
  • Pork
  • Red Meat

Classification: Red

Variety: Shiraz

Vintage: 2021

Bottle : 750ml (Bottle)

Country: Australia

Region: South Australia

Alcohol: 14.5%

Cellaring: 15 Plus Years

Scores

96/100

The 2021 The Standish Shiraz was made with fruit from the Laycock family vineyard, Greenock, with 30% whole bunches in the ferment. The Standish Shiraz was the first cuvée launched by Dan Standish in 1999, and the wine is routinely typified by its muscular tannin shape and earthy, savory fruit. The most attractive part of this wine is the splay of exotic market spice (namely sumac, black pepper, star anise and fresh cardamom) that sails in on the coattails of the red/purple fruit. It has all the exoticism and romance of a hike through the mountains of Morocco, yet it, perhaps more than any other wine in the collection, speaks of the Barossa in a clear enunciated voice. So, where does it fit in 2021? The 2021 The Standish Shiraz is finer, prettier and lighter than I have ever seen it at this stage of its life. It has all the spice and Barossan identity that is expected; however, it misses the dense baritone of fruit that is present in earlier iterations. Whether you think that is a positive or not is up to you—I am fond of this wine throughout all its incarnations. Vintage variation is responsible for the spark of curiosity and joy that I experience every year during this release, and the real triumph in 2021 is the ability of the vineyard (this vineyard) to shine through the seas(more...)

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