Dandelion Vineyards Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz 2023Dandelion Vineyards is a boutique South Australian winery founded by winemaker Elena Brooks and her husband Zar. Their focus is on old vine vineyards across regions like Barossa, Eden Valley, and McLaren Vale, with a hands off approach that champions terroir. The Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz honours Carl Lindner, a long time advocate of old Barossa vines, many of which are used in this wine and are over 100 years old. The 2023 vintage is made from

the coolest and highest-altitude of Betz’s Syrah sources

93 points Vinous / IWC

as they once said in a famous story based in this area

Also a brilliant match for dishes with a little spice or richness

The palate is lively and refreshing

in the Kakheti region

demonstrating a fearless spirit in both the vineyard and the cellar

The palate has a deliciously mellow sweetness

braised dishes

In just a few years he has made the Billaud-Simon estate a flagship of the Chablis wine region

This remarkable vintage showcases a small parcel of Chenin Blanc grapes sourced from the cool-climate region of Elgin

sandy tannins