Mentioned in the same exalted breath as Guigal or Chapoutier, Chris Ringland is truly one of the global masters when it comes to Shiraz. Barossa-based but universally acclaimed, Ringland’s rich and textural wines are the purest distillation of finesse and elegance. Offering immense quality at every price point, we’re pleased to bring you this collection of superb Barossa wines from one of the region’s most treasured producers.
In this pack you’ll find one each of the following: Chris Ringland Limit Lodge Cabernet Mataro, Barossa Valley 2017
Two each of: Chris Ringland Reservation Shiraz, Barossa Valley 2017
And three each of: Chris Ringland CR Shiraz, Barossa Valley 2019
Colonel William Light, the South Australian colony’s Surveyor-General, named the Barossa in 1837 after the site of an English victory over the French in the Spanish Peninsular War. In the mid-1800’s Silesian and English immigrants settled in the area. The Barossa itself comprises two distinct sub-regions: Eden Valley and the warmer Barossa Valley floor at 270m.The Barossa Valley enjoys a warm Mediterranean climate characterised by hot dry summers and relatively low rainfall. Cool sea breezes from the Gulf of St Vincent modify the temperature, however hot northerly winds can occasionally dominate creating considerable vine stress. Many older established vineyards are dry-grown, but supplementary irrigation is also extensively used. The valley is comprised of rich brown soils and alluvial sands. A long history of uninterrupted viticulture in the area means the Barossa valley is home to Australia’s largest concentration of old-vine Shiraz, Grenache and Mourvedre with many over 100 years old. Although most famous for Shiraz, the Barossa can also produce fragrant and deliciously fruity Grenache blends and beautifully rich, chocolatey Cabernet Sauvignons.
