Pertaringa 'Belonging to the Hills' Shiraz 2023
Region: McLaren Vale
Story: The word Pertaringa means ‘belonging to the hills’ in the local Kaurna language. Bec’s father Geoff Hardy chose this name because the cellar door is located in the foothills of McLaren Vale.
Vintage: 2022 season had a mild summer without heatwave conditions. January and February 2022 recorded no days above 40°C. The mild summer was followed by a warm autumn. This produced a gentle and slow ripening period and delayed harvest. Overall Vintage 2022 ranks right up there for quality. Reds have intense, rich and balanced flavours and colours.
Winemaking: Small batch open fermenters, 15 months in new and aged French oak.
Nose: The nose offers complex aromas of plums, dark fruits, dried herbs and hints of mint.
Palate: The palate is bright and textural with dark berries, plums and subtle spices, complemented by an elegant and lengthy finish.
Cellaring: Drink now to 2032
| Alc: 14.5% | TA: 6.08g/L |
| pH: 3.49 | RS: 0.6g/L |
94 points - Wine Pilot (Tony Love), 2026
'generously fruit focused with black berries and dark plums, perfectly ripe with a sensitive weave of French oak spice, integrated and supportive. The palate flows gently, exuding a neat seasoning of black pepper, finishing with a cushion of tannins as tender as the wine has been from the beginning. A comfort from start to finish.'
93 points - Wine Pilot (Ken Gargett), 2026
91 points - Bev Test (US), 2025