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Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz 2002

  • The Wine Advocate
    92+ Points
Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz 2002
  • The Wine Advocate
    92+ Points
Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz 2002
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Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz 2002

SKU: PLSS200210 UCAU
15 Plus Years
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Named after the Barossa village where Peter Lehmann’s winery was founded, Stonewell is the flagship Shiraz of one of Australia’s most iconic producers, honouring a legacy built on supporting local growers and showcasing the region’s finest fruit.

Produced only from exceptional old-vine parcels, Stonewell is a benchmark Barossa Shiraz renowned for its depth, power and longevity, making it a favourite with collectors and anyone seeking a truly special bottle.

Stonewell Shiraz is a wine of great depth and intensity.

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Tasting Notes

Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz 2002 is a distinguished example of the Barossa Valley’s illustrious winemaking tradition. Named after the historic village where Peter Lehmann’s winery was first established, this flagship Shiraz honors a legacy dedicated to championing local growers and expressing the finest fruit of the region.

Crafted exclusively from select old-vine parcels, the 2002 Stonewell Shiraz showcases exceptional depth, power, and remarkable longevity. The vintage is celebrated for its classic Barossa Shiraz profile, featuring intense aromas of ripe blackberries, dark plums, and complex layers of spice. These vibrant fruit notes are seamlessly intertwined with subtle oak nuances developed through careful maturation, resulting in a polished and refined character.

On the palate, this full-bodied wine delivers concentrated dark fruit flavors supported by velvety, well-integrated tannins and a lingering, elegant finish. The warm climate of the Barossa Valley, combined with ancient, dry-grown vines, contributes to the wine’s rich concentration and complexity. The 2002 vintage experienced ideal growing conditions, allowing the grapes to reach full ripeness and develop a pronounced intensity of flavor.

Stonewell Shiraz represents the perfect harmony between traditional winemaking techniques and the unique terroir of one of Australia’s most celebrated wine regions. It is widely regarded as a benchmark for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate wines of great depth and aging potential.

Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future moments, Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz 2002 embodies the craftsmanship and regional pride that define premium Barossa Valley Shiraz. This exceptional wine is a standout expression of both heritage and innovation, making it an essential addition to any esteemed wine collection.

Critic Scores

The 2002 Stonewell Shiraz was barrel fermented and aged in new French and American oak hogsheads. The fruit was sourced from several of the Barossa’s top addresses. It offers up aromas of toasty oak, spice box (cinnamon, clove, nutmeg), asphalt, blueberry, and blackberry liqueur. This is followed by a structured, tightly wound wine in which black fruits and chocolate make an appearance. It will benefit from another 8-10 years in the cellar and should drink well through 2027.

Vinification & Cultivation

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Vineyard Cultivation

Peter Lehmann Wines, founded in 1956 by the visionary Peter Lehmann himself, sources Stonewell Shiraz from old-vine parcels planted on the deep red loam soils characteristic of the northern Barossa Valley. The vineyard benefits from the region's continental climate with warm days and cooling evening breezes, which moderate ripening and preserve acidity. The 2002 vintage experienced warm conditions during flowering and a mild ripening season, allowing the grapes to achieve ripe, rounded phenolic maturity while retaining balance. The house's commitment to sustainable dry-farming practices has long emphasised natural soil biology and minimal intervention.

Vinification

The 2002 vintage was hand-harvested at optimal ripeness and destemmed into open fermenters, where native yeasts drove a prolonged extraction phase. Post-fermentation maceration extended tannin development. The wine aged for approximately 18 months in a combination of French and American oak, allowing the fruit structure to integrate oak spice and complexity. A final settling before bottling clarified the wine naturally, preserving the deep colour and textural weight characteristic of Stonewell. No fining or filtration diminished the wine's substance.

About this Wine

Shiraz

Bold and full-bodied, Shiraz delivers rich dark fruit flavours of blackberry, plum, and black cherry, layered with black pepper, clove, and subtle smoke. Firm tannins and a velvety texture give it real structure, often rounded out by notes of chocolate and vanilla from oak ageing. A versatile pairing partner for grilled meats and hearty dishes, it's one of Australia's most planted red varieties

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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