Estate Grown | Family Owned | Open Top Fermented | Basket Pressed
2022 Jack’s Shiraz was sourced from the family’s Greenock, Moppa Hill & Marananga vineyards. 64% Greenock fruit, which is planted on red-brown earth over deep red clay. 28% Moppa vineyards with a combination of sandy soil over orange clay with thick gravely quartz stone and ironstone scattered throughout the soil profile. 8% from the calcareous soils with fragmented blue shale at Marananga.
The grapes were de-stemmed and whole berries transferred into open top fermenters. 60% was made in small 3 tonne open tops with hand plunging twice per day. 40% made in larger fermenters 5 & 8 tonne, with 2 x pump overs per day. Both receiving regular rack and returns. After fermentation the wine was then drained to oak barrels and skins were hand dug out of the fermenters into the basket press. Average of 14 days on skins. The wine is matured with minimal racking until being bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Appearance: Dark core, crimson/ red rim.
Aroma: An expressive bouquet of dark fruits — blackberry and blueberry — layered with mulberry, plum and black cherry. The Greenock component shows its distinctive perfumed blackberry and cherry lift, while Marananga contributes ripe plum richness and Moppa adds characteristic mulberry depth. A hallmark of the vintage is the pronounced dark chocolate note, adding further intensity and allure. An array of subtle spices unfolds, including cracked pepper, clove, nutmeg and a hint of star anise. Delicate floral nuances of violet sit gently above underlying earthy tones, completing a complex and inviting aromatic profile.
Palate: Medium- to full-bodied, rich and generous, with a round, velvety texture. Fruit-driven in style, layers of predominantly black fruits flow seamlessly across the palate. Beautifully balanced, offering a delicious, moreish mouthfeel supported by vibrant, well-judged acidity. The tannins are ripe and confidently present, yet plush and fine-grained in structure. There is still plenty of the rich, generous flavour Jack’s is known for, carrying through to a long, lingering finish.
Region: 100% Barossa Valley
Sub Region: 64% Greenock, 28% Marananga, 8% Moppa Hill
Bottled: Unfined & unfiltered on 14/05/2025
Production: 4429 dozen
pH: 3.45
Total Acid: 6.34g/L
Alcohol: 14.5%
Maturation: 20 months in 6% new French oak, 45% seasoned French oak & 49% seasoned American oak Hogsheads.
Cellar Potential: 12 to 15 years with careful cellaring
Winemaker: Shawn Kalleske
Last tasted: 04/03/2026
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