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Kaesler Stonehorse Shiraz 2003

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    92 Points
Kaesler Stonehorse Shiraz 2003
  • Gismondi on Wine
    92 Points
Kaesler Stonehorse Shiraz 2003
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Kaesler Stonehorse Shiraz 2003

SKU: KSHS200310 UCAU
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Kaesler has been part of the Barossa Valley’s winemaking story since 1893, with its historic vineyards producing richly flavoured Shiraz for generations. Stonehorse captures this heritage in a modern, approachable expression of classic Barossa character.

Plush, juicy and packed with blackberry, plum and subtle spice, this generous Shiraz is an easy crowd-pleaser—perfect with a barbecue, burger or hearty roast when you want a rich Australian red without the fuss.

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Tasting Notes

Kaesler Stonehorse Shiraz 2003 showcases the rich, generous character of classic Barossa Valley Shiraz. With a winemaking heritage dating back to 1893, Kaesler is celebrated for historic vineyards that produce deeply flavoured Australian red wine across generations.

Plush, juicy and full-bodied, this mature 2003 vintage offers expressive aromas and flavours of ripe blackberry, dark plum and subtle spice. Generous fruit, smooth texture and an easy-drinking finish capture the warmth and richness for which Barossa Valley red wine is renowned.

An approachable yet richly flavoured Shiraz, Stonehorse is a superb choice for barbecued meats, gourmet burgers, hearty roasts and richly flavoured winter dishes. Sourced from a premium private cellar.

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Kaesler makes big wine but the '03 Barossa Shiraz is a study in fruit, tannin and acidity that is all in balance. It's big and bold but but the rich spicy, chocolate fruitcake never really steps over the line. You'll love the black cherry/blackberry fruit flavours especially if you can pair them up with a piece of lamb, roast potatoes and a gravy reduction made from the wine and the lamb. (Anthony Gismondi).

Vinification & Cultivation

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Vineyard Cultivation

John Duval established his eponymous winery in 2003 after a distinguished career making Australia's most celebrated wines. The estate focuses exclusively on premium Barossa Valley fruit sourced from exceptional old vineyards within this heirloom-rich region. Eligo sources from carefully selected parcels of mature Shiraz vines, reflecting Duval's philosophy of crafting 'structured and elegant wines from exceptional old Barossa vineyards' rather than replicating conventional regional style. The 2014 growing season in Barossa presented favourable ripening conditions across the vintage window, allowing the region's distinctive old-vine concentration to develop fully. Duval's approach emphasises balance and longevity over immediate opulence.

Vinification

Eligo Shiraz 2014 reflects traditional Barossa handling prioritising fruit quality and structure. Harvesting targeted optimal phenolic ripeness across Duval's selected vineyard blocks. Fermentation employed classical techniques designed to extract colour and tannin without overwhelming the wine's finesse. Oak maturation was carefully calibrated to complement rather than dominate the wine's inherent character, with aging in both seasoned and new cooperage. The resulting wine demonstrates the restraint characteristic of Duval's house style—concentration balanced by elegance, power tempered by precision.

About this Wine

Kaesler

Kaesler is a Barossa Valley winery, through and through. The Kaesler family first settled on the estate in 1845 and by the mid-1890s they had planted vineyards and winemaking was in full swing. The estate was in the family’s hands until 1986, but it wasn’t until 1999, when winemaker Reid Bosworth came along, that the Kaesler wine legacy jumped back in to gear.

With a focus on old-vine Shiraz, Kaesler has made a name for itself as a Barossa Valley stalwart on the back of its Kaesler Old Bastard, The Bogan, Alte Reben and Stonehorse wines.

South Australia

If you like Australian wine, then you probably like South Australia wine. The rich reds produced there put Australia on the wine-making map of the world. With over 40% of the countries vineyards, South Australia can rightfully call itself the wine state.

Wines are produced in several regions throughout the state, though many are naturally grouped together, like Barossa and Eden Valleys, only 15 minutes apart. They include such regions as Barossa Valley, Clare Valley, Eden Valley, Coonawarra, Adelaide Hills, Kangaroo Island, Langhorne Creek, The Limestone Coast, McLaren Vale and Wrattonbully to name but a few!

Barossa Valley boasts some of the oldest vines in Australia dating back to 1843 and produces some of the world's finest Shiraz, whilst the 'terra rossa' soils of Coonawarra is most suited to producing outstanding Cabernet Sauvignons. If you're a fan of Riesling, Clare Valley is a great place to explore and for a Maritime climate not dissimilar to parts of the Italian coastline, seek out the wines from McLaren Vale.

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