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St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz 2018
St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz 2018
St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz 2018
St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz 2018
St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz 2018
St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz 2018

St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz 2018

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    An exclusive release reserved for exceptional vintages, the 2018 St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz is a masterful example of classical Barossa Shiraz. This wine opens with a captivating bouquet, evoking dusty book covers, mustard powder, and wild forest berries touched with a hint of smoke. The palate is richly layered, showcasing dense fruit character alongside fine, chalky tannins and fresh, berry-driven acidity. Elegantly structured yet opulent, this wine is ready to be enjoyed now but will continue to develop beautifully over the coming years. An exquisite choice for those seeking a true Barossa classic.

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    Peak Drinking Window is from Now-2033

    An exclusive release reserved for exceptional vintages, the 2018 St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz is a masterful example of classical Barossa Shiraz. This wine opens with a captivating bouquet, evoking dusty book covers, mustard powder, and wild forest berries touched with a hint of smoke. The palate is richly layered, showcasing dense fruit character alongside fine, chalky tannins and fresh, berry-driven acidity. Elegantly structured yet opulent, this wine is ready to be enjoyed now but will continue to develop beautifully over the coming years. An exquisite choice for those seeking a true Barossa classic.

    Closure - Cork
    Peak Drinking Window is from Now-2033

    Maker

    St. Hugo

    Varietal

    Shiraz

    Country

    Australia

    Region

    Barossa Valley, South Australia

    Vintage

    2018

    ABV

    14.5%

    Bottle size

    750ml

    Trusted by the professionals

    St. Hugo Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Koch Shiraz 2018

    Sourced from a 1921-planted single vineyard on the banks of Jacob’s Creek in Rowland Flat. Deep crimson with intense chocolatey blackberry and black cherry fruits cut with hints of baking spices, graphite, pressed flowers, cedar and crushed stone. Excellent concentration with stunning fruit density and balance throughout its length, the chalky cut of chocolate tannins providing gentle support and finishing long with a sweep of spice, cassis and kirsch. Superb stuff.

    — Dave Brooks, Halliday Wine Companion, 96 Points

    From 1921 plantings comes this beautifully open knit Barossan Shiraz with its generous layers of plush red fruits underlined by leathery spices and new oak, all well matched. A more traditional palate follows already showing savoury earthiness aged notes, with fruit pastille complexity. Solid tannins and a juiciness to the acidity provide vitality leading up to a lingering, cedary finish. It feels close to peak although it will hold for some years to come.

    — Angus Hughson, winepilot.com, 93 Points

    St. Hugo

    St. Hugo's heritage is rooted in the legacy of Hugo Gramp, a visionary and the grandson of Johann Gramp, who founded Gramp & Sons winery in 1847. Every bottle of St. Hugo wine is crafted to honour Hugo’s dedication to the land and his passion for creating world-class wines. First released in 1980, St. Hugo wines embody power, elegance, and the deep character of their origin. The Koch Shiraz, sourced from vines planted nearly a century ago in Barossa’s Rowland Flat, exemplifies this heritage, delivering rich, dark fruits and a plush opulence unique to the subregion.

    With vines dating back to 1921, the Koch vineyard is a testament to Barossa's enduring viticultural legacy. These ancient vines, weathered and twisted by time, reflect the resilience and character of the land. Grown in the Rowland Flat subregion, the grapes develop intense, dark fruit profiles with a remarkable balance of power and finesse. Crafted without compromise, this single-vineyard Shiraz encapsulates the nuanced sub-regional qualities of Barossa Valley, offering depth, intensity, and a seamless structure that speaks to St. Hugo’s unwavering commitment to quality.

    Tasting notes

    NOSE
    Baking Spices, Raspberry, Smoky Cedar

    A deep crimson colour introduces aromas of rich blackberry, black cherry, and dark chocolate, layered with notes of baking spices, graphite, pressed flowers, cedar, and crushed stone.

    PALATE
    Dense Fruits, Earthy, Chocolate Tannins

    Exceptional concentration of dense, ripe fruits with a remarkable balance of chalky, chocolatey tannins and earthy undertones that carry through with impressive length.

    FINISH
    Cassis, Sweet Spice, Toasty Finish

    Solid tannins and lively acidity add vibrancy, leading to a long, cedary finish with hints of cassis and sweet spice, leaving a lingering impression of toasted oak.