From the newly released and hedonistic Penfolds Grange to the wines from the likes of Iggy and Arila Gardens, the 2021 vintage from the Barossa has been heralded by pioneers and newcomers alike as being one for the record books.
Cool days ensured a longer ripening season for the vines, and this hang time throughout an incredibly dry start to autumn proved advantageous for growing fruit with complexity and concentration. A true unicorn vintage.
We’ve reviewed a staggering 1038 wines from the 2021 vintage across the Barossa and Eden Valleys, and below you’ll find a roundup of 50 of the most exciting. From our beloved shiraz and grenache to benchmark expressions of riesling and viognier, you will find them here – a vintage to rival all others, from one of our most iconic wine regions.
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