Heathcote, located in central Victoria, is a highly regarded Australian wine region celebrated for its distinctive, full-bodied Shiraz. The region’s defining feature is its ancient Cambrian soils—deep, red, and rich in minerals—which, combined with a warm, dry climate and cool nights, create ideal conditions for producing powerful yet balanced wines. Heathcote Shiraz is known for its depth, dark fruit flavours, fine tannins, and age-worthy structure, often showing a unique earthy character that reflects its terroir.
While Shiraz is the star, the region also produces impressive examples of Sangiovese, Tempranillo, and Grenache. With a mix of well-known producers and passionate boutique wineries, Heathcote offers a dynamic and authentic wine experience, set against a backdrop of rolling hills, bushland, and a strong sense of regional pride.
Brilliant crimson purple colour. Deeply scented dark fruits, good fruit concentration, spice and violets. Supple and integrated tannins, textural, plummy and very delicious.
Heathcote Chardonay reflects the cooler aspects of the Victorian wine region, offering a fresher, more nuanced expression. Comprising crisp green apple and citrus digresing to richer, more tropical fruit undertones. The palate displays a minerality that speaks to the region's soil composition, leading to a long, satisfying finish.
A daring Heathcote Riesling exhibiting notes of zesty citrus, pear, and floral white flowers aroma with a mineral chalky character. Off-dry, showing a faint sweetness before a long and persistent dry finish.
Powerful and refined with a concentrated fruit core, fine tannins and measured oak. The palate shows depth and persistence, finishing long and confident while maintaining balance and poise.
De Bortoli Windy Peak Shiraz Piccolo 187ml showcases the robust flavours and smooth finish that Australian Shiraz is celebrated for. This smaller bottle size is perfect for those looking to enjoy a quality wine without opening a full-size bottle.
Deep colour with purple edge. Ripe dark fruits with violets, cederwood, liquorish and roasted sage. Soft, rich, mouth coating flavours, gravelly tannins, authentically Heathcote.
