A benchmark in Australian sparkling red. Disgorged in 1990, this release of Rockford Black Sparkling Shiraz captures the heart of a distinctly local tradition, anchored in heritage and handcrafted precision. Blended from select Shiraz parcels matured in oak, then built on a deep reserve base developed over decades, it reflects the quiet patience and enduring style that defines Rockford.
After undergoing secondary fermentation in bottle, the wine spent extended time on lees before being hand-riddled, disgorged and finished with Rockford’s own fortified Shiraz liqueur. The result is dark, structured and full of detail, layered with spice, dark fruit and age-earned savoury depth. A rare chance to experience the evolution of a wine style few producers handle with such care.
A benchmark in Australian sparkling red. Disgorged in 1990, this release of Rockford Black Sparkling Shiraz captures the heart of a distinctly local tradition, anchored in heritage and handcrafted precision. Blended from select Shiraz parcels matured in oak, then built on a deep reserve base developed over decades, it reflects the quiet patience and enduring style that defines Rockford.
After undergoing secondary fermentation in bottle, the wine spent extended time on lees before being hand-riddled, disgorged and finished with Rockford’s own fortified Shiraz liqueur. The result is dark, structured and full of detail, layered with spice, dark fruit and age-earned savoury depth. A rare chance to experience the evolution of a wine style few producers handle with such care.