The 500 million year old volcanic soil that makes up Heathcote’s unique topography has long been regarded as the reason for such
exceptional shiraz. Known as Cambrian earth, the red soil of Heathcote, like the Terra Rossa soil of Coonawarra, is noted for producing wines hallmarked by intense fruit characters and peppery tones.
It is the striking geological profile of Heathcote with the two narrow bands of red Cambrian soils that run along the fault line which inspired the vibrant colours and abstract representation of our label.
Sourced from a single vineyard planted entirely on Cambrian earth, Taltarni Heathcote Shiraz breaks the mould of any previous Taltarni Shiraz. Partially barrel fermented and matured for 14 months in American oak it is crafted to reflect the distinctive style of the Heathcote terroir and set to complement Taltarni’s great family of superb Victorian red wines.
Winemaker Comments
Colour: Deep purple with crimson edges
Nose: A concentrated mixture of plums and ripe raspberries, black pepper, coconut and vanilla.
Palate: Powerful flavours of rich plums and blueberries balanced by vanilla and chocolatey overtones with a touch of that iodine character that you will only find in Heathcote!
