Black Ops

Shiraz Saperavi 2024 - New Vintage

My hunch was that the most ancient grape on the planet, Saperavi, would make for a unique union with McLaren Vale’s prized Shiraz. The elixir was covertly blended and like other ‘black operations’ a Pandora’s box of flavour was opened.

A wine for FBI, CIA and civilians. Seek & embrace the unusual.

‘Black Ops’ Shiraz Saperavi is the only blend of this type in the world and it will not disappoint!

Vegan friendly

Winemaker's Notes

At the Western end of our Black Sheep Block is a pocket of Shiraz that lands a mighty punch of meaty-spiciness that couples perfectly with our exotic Saperavi. Contrasting, but complimentary and complex, this has fast become the backbone of the Black Ops Blend.

Bouquet & Palate

A cloud of cumin and rich beef stock clears to reveal a constellation of berries; blackberry, raspberry, blueberry, and plum. Subtle notes of star anise. Piloncillo sugar, split gum, and cinnamon quill. Gamey, svelte, and velvet soft, but punchy too. Oak oomph, a slipper of sandalwood, and unceasingly luscious, riotous, fruit throughout.

Food Match

Team it up with a classic Reuben Sandwich; perhaps swap out the corned beef for smoky beetroot to match the mix.

Technical Details

  • Type: Red
  • Region: South Australia
  • Vintage: 2024
  • Bottling Date: 21/02/2026
  • Harvest Date: 02/03/2024
  • Alcohol: 14.6
  • pH: 3.6
  • TA: 6.5
  • RS: <1.0g/L
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