The first vines were planted on the Hoffmann Vineyard in the 1880’s & sold to the Seppelt family at Seppeltsfield. Today the oldest surviving vines on the property exist on the Dallwitz Block, a 20-hectare block considered to be the jewel in the crown. Adrian’s grandfather, Gordon, purchased this block in 1954, and it came with treasured old Shiraz vines, planted between 1888 to 1912.
The Hoffmann family are specialists in growing premium Shiraz with 75 percent of their vineyard planted to the variety. During the 1990’s, it became apparent that premium Shiraz was in high demand from Ebenezer, and with their finger on the pulse, the Hoffmann family started to add to their existing vineyard with new plantings.,
'Suppliers to the stars' like no others - buyers include Izway, Torbreck, Sam Odi, Glaetzer, Two Hands, John Duval, Rockford, Soul Growers, Standish and First Drop.
"Deep crimson with aromas of blackberry, plum conserve and black cherry fruits with hints of cold tea, dark chocolate, pan juices, blackstrap licorice, Cherry Ripe, earth and a fair lick of oak. Full bodied, powerful and inky on the palate, with uber-ripe black fruits, plenty of charry oak, thick, silty tannins and a long stretch of cassis and kirsch fruit on the exit. At 16.1% alcohol there is a bit of heat on the finish, but if you favour power over elegance than this might be right up your alley." 92pts | Dave Brooks | Halliday Wine Companion
Related Products
