{"product_id":"tyrrells-old-hillside-shiraz-2023","title":"Tyrrell's Old Hillside Shiraz 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOld-vine Hunter Valley Shiraz with bright red fruit, savoury earth and the elegant structure that defines the Old Hillside site.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyrrell’s Old Hillside Shiraz 2023 comes from the historic Old Hillside Vineyard on Marrowbone Road in Pokolbin, Hunter Valley. The property contains the famous Old Patch planted in 1867, while Old Hillside Shiraz itself is made from the younger vines across the site, averaging approximately 50 years of age. The block is steep and east-facing beneath the Brokenback Range, which provides shelter and helps preserve freshness through the growing season. Its darker, richer soils distinguish the site from Tyrrell’s Ashmans property and contribute to the wine’s savoury character. The 2023 shows the medium-bodied, finely structured style associated with modern Hunter Valley Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit was hand-picked and sorted in the vineyard before fermentation in open-top vats, followed by maturation for approximately 14 months in older 2,700-litre French oak casks. Red cherry, raspberry and cranberry sit alongside wet earth, liquorice, florals and subtle spice. The palate is medium-bodied and bright, with succulent red fruit carried by fresh acidity and fine, chalky tannins. Savoury and mineral details add complexity while keeping the fruit clear and energetic. The finish is persistent and composed, combining red berries, gentle spice and earthy Hunter Valley character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Bright, floral and savoury\u003cbr\u003eRaspberry, cranberry and red cherry with wet earth, florals, liquorice and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Medium-bodied, lively and finely structured\u003cbr\u003eSucculent red fruit is supported by fresh acidity, fine chalky tannins and restrained savoury earthiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Long, bright and composed\u003cbr\u003eRedcurrant, raspberry, spice and mineral notes linger through a fresh and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e“From a steep slope with an average age of 50 years. Raised in three-year-old 2700L casks. All these wines have only been bottled for a couple of weeks, but given I’ve had a crack at every Tyrrell’s red at the same stage for nearly twenty years, so I feel that I can have a red hot go at making sense of them. Boysenberry and purple fruit, it really pops, a little bit of liquorice richness, spice and florals. Medium-bodied, lots of crunch, a light earthy chalky\/chamois-like grip to tannin, raspberry and redcurrant, with a bright finish of excellent length. So much Hunter goodness. Succulence of fruit, with some latent earthiness. Terrific wine. Drink 2025-2037+”\u003c\/em\u003e — Gary Walsh, The Wine Front, 95 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The purity of fruit is impressive, with blueberry, bramble berry and violet aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with fine tannins and a fresh finish. Bright and vivid. From 60-year-old vines. Drink or hold.”\u003c\/em\u003e — James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, 95 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand - Tyrrell's\u003cbr\u003eStyle - Red Wine\u003cbr\u003eVarietal - Shiraz\u003cbr\u003eCountry - Australia\u003cbr\u003eState - New South Wales\u003cbr\u003eRegion - Hunter Valley\u003cbr\u003eVintage - 2023\u003cbr\u003eABV - 13.5% \u003cbr\u003eSize - 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tyrrell's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44454779420759,"sku":"TYR-OLDH-SHZ-23","price":64.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/1a528594-9cf7-4362-9c0c-2c3cc5e493ad.webp?v=1791976507","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/tyrrells-old-hillside-shiraz-2023","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}