Sons of Eden Autumnus Shiraz 2018

Tasting Note

Deep crimson in colour, the wine displays an attractive complex aroma of spice, white pepper, lavender fragrances, and an infused blueberry liquorice lift. The palate is concentrated and complex, with layers of fruit and savoury spice, finishing with a chewy, textured tannin. With careful cellaring, this wine will mature for many years to come.

Awards & Accolades

99 Points
Sam Kim, The Wine Orbit

97 Points
jamessuckling.com 

96 Points
Angus Hughson, Vinous

95 Points
Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion 

The Story

Eden Valley’s late summer and autumn are marked by warm days and cool evenings—perfect conditions for balanced ripening. Only the very best Shiraz from this single vineyard is selected for bottling under the Autumnus label, showcasing the region’s elegance and depth.

Winemaking 

Hand harvested, destemmed and crushed with 10% whole cluster inclusion, in a small 1.5 tonne open topped fermenter. The fruit was chilled for 6 days before being allowed to naturally warm up to start fermentation. Hand plunged daily and fermented at 24C ensured a slow gentle and controlled extraction. Post-pressing, the wine was transferred to a combination of new and seasoned French oak hogsheads. Matured for 24 months in oak without racking, the wine was then naturally clarified and bottled without filtration. The bottled wine was then further matured for 2 years before release.

Vintage Conditions

The 2018 vintage in Eden Valley was defined by warm, sunny days and cool evenings—ideal for developing aromatic complexity and balanced acidity.

Cellaring Potential

Optimum drinking from 2030+.