John Duval Wines Concilio Shiraz 2023

Tasting Note

Bright plum and wild blackberry fruit lead on the nose, lifted by sweet baking spice and subtle savoury undertones. The palate is bright and juicy, showing vibrant mulberries, blue fruits and dried herbs. Medium in weight, the wine lingers elegantly with fine, supple tannins framing the finish.

Awards & Accolades

93 Points
Halliday Wine Companion

The Story

The development and naming of this wine is in many ways symbolic of the evolution of John Duval Wines as we bring together two generations of the Duval family with Tim Duval joining his father John ahead of the 2016 vintage. Concilio was jointly conceived by John and Tim and represents a modern expression of Barossa, wines of vibrancy, texture and savouriness. 

Viticulture & Winemaking

The 2023 vintage, shaped by the third consecutive La Niña season, offered excellent soil moisture and cool conditions—resulting in one of the latest starts to Shiraz harvest in memory, beginning on 29 March and concluding on 4 May. Fruit was sourced from Shiraz vineyards in Marananga and Ebenezer, with a small Eden Valley inclusion for aromatic lift and acidity. Barossa components were picked in late March, followed by Eden Valley in late April. After 8 days on skins with twice-daily pump overs, the wine was matured for 12 months in seasoned French hogsheads, with some parcels in stainless steel to preserve freshness.