The Author pays homage to pioneering vigneron John Riddoch (1827 - 1901). A true visionary, Riddoch is regarded as one of the founding fathers of Australian wine. An influential figure, he established the Coonawarra fruit colony in 1890 and is synonymous with the region's story. The Author represents the finest expression of the vintage. Dark red in colour with a vibrant crimson hue, the wine shows ripe red berry fruit and plum flavours with hints of spice. Matured in new and seasoned French oak hogsheads, the seamlessly integrated oak intertwines with a core of intense dark fruit. Plush, velvety tannins lead to a long and persistent length of flavour. This has all the hallmarks of a classic Coonawarra Shiraz and will drink well now but will reward patient cellaring for 10 to 15 years.
| Varietal | Shiraz |
| Style | Shiraz |
| Region Of Origin | Coonawarra |
| Country Of Origin | Australia |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Standard Drinks | 8.58 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Closure Type | Screw Cap |
| Bottle Opener Required | false |
| Brand | Riddoch |
| Gluten Free | unsure |
| Preservative Free | unsure |
| Organic | unsure |
Gold - San Francisco Wine Show 2023
Gold - International Wine Challenge 2023
Gold - Melbourne International Wine Competition 2023 & Gold - Decanter World Wine Awards 2023