The Even Keel Heathcote Shiraz 2023 is a bold yet refined red that showcases the depth and intensity of Central Victoria’s famed Heathcote region. Crafted with a focus on balance and drinkability, this Shiraz delivers generous dark fruit character, savoury spice, and fine structure.
Why You’ll Love It
This is classic Heathcote Shiraz: plush, powerful, and layered with flavour. It balances richness with elegance, making it just as enjoyable with food as it is by the glass. A wine that captures both regional typicity and modern craftsmanship.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Blackberry, plum, and dark cherry with notes of spice and earth.
Palate: Full-bodied and velvety with layers of black fruit, liquorice, and subtle oak.
Finish: Long, smooth, and structured with fine tannins and lingering spice.
Food Pairing
Perfect with chargrilled steak, slow-roasted lamb, hearty stews, or aged cheddar. Its depth and spice make it an excellent partner for robust dishes.
About the Winery
Even Keel is the regional wine project of winemaker Mike Aylward, also known for his work at Ocean Eight on the Mornington Peninsula. With Even Keel, Mike sources fruit from top vineyard sites across Australia to craft wines that highlight regional character and balance. The Heathcote Shiraz reflects the power and richness of the region’s ancient Cambrian soils while staying true to Even Keel’s philosophy of elegance and drinkability.
Details
Winery: Even Keel Wines
Region: Heathcote, Victoria
Vintage: 2023
Variety: Shiraz