Glaetzer Bishop Shiraz, Barossa Valley, Australia

The distinctive labels of the Glaetzer portfolio hold special significance when you view this stunning collection of wines as a family affair. The entry level Bishop Shiraz is named in honour of Ben’s mother, Judith (Bishop being her maiden name). The label bears the sign of Venus, which has come to represent women and feminine energy. Glaetzer sources fruit for the Bishop from the Ebenezer district of the Barossa valley from low yielding 35 year old to 120 year-old vines. He finds the fruit from younger vines contributes freshness & vibrancy, while Shiraz from the older blocks provides structure and depth. 2019 was a low yielding vintage but one that delivered high quality, concentrated fruit. Maturation took place in a combination of 90% French oak and 10% American oak for a period of 16 months of which 40% was new oak.