2024 Sixfold Shiraz

Planted in 1941 on the elevated slopes of Mengler Hill, this single vineyard Shiraz draws its strength from old vines rooted in ancient soils at 500 meters above sea level. From this rare vantage point, the vineyard gazes west over the Barossa Valley and east into Eden Valley. A site long revered by Barossa’s winemaking legends.
Acquired by the Ashmead family in late 2022, this extraordinary parcel now yields a wine of remarkable structure, richness, and balance. Crafted in extremely limited quantities, Sixfold is a tribute to the six children of the third-generation Ashmead family, each fold representing a unique thread in the fabric of their legacy.
We hope this wine takes you on a journey, as part of our story, mark 1 for the long future ahead. Enjoy now, or cellar for 15–20 years to reveal its full grandeur.

Given this was our first true opportunity to work with the fruit from Mengler after a complete growing season, we have tried to harness the purity of this wine as we begin our journey of discovery. All handpicked, fruit was destemmed and chilled to fermenter. One tiny parcel which is on the ridge line with a stunning easterly aspect gathering the morning sun, was fermented in an upright French oak puncheon, and the second parcel from which we have barrel selected a small portion was fermented in cement tulip. A combination of new and 2 year old French oak has been used for MLF and further maturation. Careful handling relying largely on gravity has resulted in a wine which we are super excited (and a little nervous) to share with the world.

Alcohol: 14.8

Aroma: Spiced red fruits, touch of earthy dark olive

Appearance: Dark purple

Taste: Raspberry and just ripe plummy notes with cooking spices and blackberry. A touch of oak hovers in the background alongside pepper and a gravelly tannin profile spiralling along the palate driving the structure.

Mouthfeel: Understated power

Ageing Process:

15+ years from vintage, given good cellaring conditions