Dandelion Premium McLaren Vale Shiraz 2019

Dandelion Vineyards McLaren Vale Shiraz 2019

The Dandelion Shiraz 2019 stands as a commanding expression of McLaren Vale Shiraz. It is a wine of depth, presence and quiet authority, built for contemplation rather than immediacy.

In the glass, it is dense and brooding. Aromatics unfold with dark plum, blackberry and black cherry, layered with ironstone, graphite and liquorice, followed by savoury spice and subtle cedar. With air, notes of cocoa and earth emerge, hinting at both concentration and maturity.

On the palate, dark fruits sit firmly at the core, interwoven with savoury spice, black olive and mineral tones. The palate carries weight with composure, supported by firm, chalky tannins that provide structure and length rather than aggression. Oak is present but deeply integrated, reinforcing the wine’s architecture without distraction.

The finish is long, savoury and resonant, leaving a lasting impression well beyond the final sip.

This is serious McLaren Vale Shiraz. Confident, age-worthy and uncompromising, it sits comfortably among Australia’s most revered benchmark expressions.

Vino Masters Score: 97 / 100
★★★★★ Exceptional. Powerful, profound and built for the long term
Drink: Now with decanting, or cellar confidently to 2040+