With only 400 bottles produced, purchases are LIMITED to 3 bottles per customer.
Why Gratitude? My parents were of a brave generation that rejected government cash offers to remove old Barossa vineyards in the 1980’s. Their determination to preserve their vines driven by an unwavering belief in their potential to produce exceptional wine has become their legacy. Not only of vineyards, but also admirable character and faith. This wine symbolises my gratitude for their resilience. The very best Shiraz of vintage.
"This special patch of fruit was handpicked off the family vineyard. There was just something that stood out to me each time I went back to sample this specific Hogshead Barrel…and I knew this would be the next addition to my Single Barrel Selection range. I allowed the wine to mature in new French oak for two years, taking on characteristics of a true Barossa Shiraz. I am excited to finally share this wine with you." Jason Schwarz.
The bottles are packaged in either single or three-bottle gift boxes. Each one is beautifully presented in a kraft gift box, lined with black tissue paper, and includes a hand-signed note card from Jason.
The family Grenache block on Thiele Road in Bethany remains one of Jason’s favourite blocks. The first vintage of the Thiele Road Grenache was made by Jason Schwarz in 2002 and celebrates his love of this diverse variety. The gnarled, old vines were planted in 1941 and they produce fantastic fruit.
The Nitschke Road Shiraz block was planted by my mother and father in 1968 in Bethany near the base of the Eastern Barossa Range. The vineyard is still pruned and picked by hand and the soils of loam over brown and red clays results in a wine of considerable concentration and drive.
Rich, opulent fruit is the reoccurring theme with this vineyard and it always seems to show great balance and texture year in, year out.
The Nitschke Block Shiraz was the first wine made by Jason Schwarz back in 2001.
This Shiraz, from 400 vines planted in 1881 is Barossa history in a bottle. Hand-picked from the vineyard still managed by the sixth generation of the Schiller family, only 1,398 bottles have been produced.
First vintage produced was in 2008 by Jason. If you are looking for a back vintage to celebrate a special occasion or milestone send us an email, and we will see if we have that vintage available!
95 POINTS - Aaron Brasher , The Real Review (21st September 2024)
Christmas has come early!
Purchase Back Vintage wine at the current Vintage price, in our limited release two pack bundle.
Compare the two vintages together with loved ones during the festive season, or give them as a lovely gift to someone special.
Wines Included (one bottle of each):
Christmas has come early!
Purchase Back Vintage wine at the current Vintage price, in our limited release two pack bundle.
Compare the two vintages together with loved ones during the festive season, or give them as a lovely gift to someone special.
Wines Included (one bottle of each):
Christmas has come early!
Purchase Back Vintage wine at the current Vintage price, in our limited release two pack bundle.
Compare the two vintages together with loved ones during the festive season, or give them as a lovely gift to someone special.
Wines Included (one bottle of each):
The family Grenache block on Thiele Road in Bethany remains one of Jason’s favourite blocks. The first vintage of the Thiele Road Grenache was made by Jason Schwarz in 2002 and celebrates his love of this diverse variety.
The gnarled, old vines were planted in 1941 and they produce fantastic fruit.
** Gift box available for purchase, sold separately**
Nitschke Block Shiraz holds a unique place in the family's heart, as it was planted in 1968—the same year Jason's parents were married. This special wine captures the essence of the family's history and legacy, with its rich and well-structured character. A subtle elegance intertwines with elements of old and new oak, creating a remarkable drinking experience that speaks to the craft of Jason's winemaking journey.
** Gift box available for purchase, sold separately **
We have made a limited number of The Schiller Shiraz Magnums available.
The Schiller Shiraz is a wine not only rich in flavour but rich in history too. The fruit sourced for this wine comes from the sixth-generation Schiller Family vineyard at Hallett Valley in the Barossa.
After a last-minute reprieve from the bulldozers, the 400 Shiraz vines planted by Carl August Otto Schiller in 1881 are something to be treasured.
** Gift box available for purchase, sold separately **
We have made a limited number of the The Schiller Shiraz Double Magnums available.
The Schiller Shiraz is a wine not only rich in flavour but rich in history too. The fruit sourced for this wine comes from the sixth-generation Schiller Family vineyard at Hallett Valley in the Barossa.
After a last-minute reprieve from the bulldozers, the 400 Shiraz vines planted by Carl August Otto Schiller in 1881 are something to be treasured.
The family Grenache block on Thiele Road in Bethany remains one of Jason’s favourite blocks. The first vintage of the Thiele Road Grenache was made by Jason Schwarz in 2002 and celebrates his love of this diverse variety. The gnarled, old vines were planted in 1941 and they produce fantastic fruit.
*There was a label design change from the 2013 vintage. The 2010 Vintage is labelled with the previous design as shown in the first image
The Nitschke Road Shiraz block was planted by my mother and father in 1968 in Bethany near the base of the Eastern Barossa Range. The vineyard is still pruned and picked by hand and the soils of loam over brown and red clays results in a wine of considerable concentration and drive.
Rich, opulent fruit is the reoccurring theme with this vineyard and it always seems to show great balance and texture year in, year out.
The Nitschke Block Shiraz was the first wine made by Jason Schwarz back in 2001.
This Shiraz, from 400 vines planted in 1881 is Barossa history in a bottle. Hand-picked from the vineyard still managed by the sixth generation of the Schiller family.
First vintage produced was in 2008 by Jason.