Australian Shiraz: A Perfect Match for Singaporeans
Rich History and Unique Terroir
Langmeil’s vineyards are planted in some of the oldest soils in the Barossa Valley. This ancient terroir, combined with the region’s perfect climate, creates ideal conditions for growing top-notch Shiraz grapes. The result? Wines that are bursting with character and depth.
The Barossa Valley, with its warm summers and cool nights, offers an ideal growing environment for Shiraz. The variation in temperature helps grapes develop intense flavors and maintain acidity. The soil, composed of red clay and sandy loam, provides excellent drainage while retaining enough moisture to nourish the vines. Langmeil’s commitment to sustainable farming practices further enhances the quality of their grapes, ensuring that each harvest reflects the unique characteristics of their vineyards.
Crafting Wines with Heart
At Langmeil, winemaking is both an art and a science. The team uses traditional methods like open fermenters and basket presses to bring out the best in their grapes. They also age their wines in high-quality oak barrels, which adds layers of complexity and smoothness. This attention to detail ensures that every bottle of Langmeil Shiraz is something special.
Open fermentation allows for better control of the fermentation process, enabling winemakers to manage temperature and oxygen exposure more precisely. This method enhances the extraction of color, flavor, and tannins, resulting in a more robust and well-structured wine. Basket pressing, a gentle and traditional technique, helps preserve the delicate aromas and flavors of the grapes, avoiding the harshness that can come from more mechanical pressing methods.
Langmeil’s aging process involves carefully selecting French and American oak barrels, which impart subtle flavors of vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The combination of different oak types and varying levels of toasting adds complexity and depth, creating a multi-layered tasting experience. The meticulous blending of these components ensures that each vintage of Langmeil Shiraz is balanced, elegant, and true to its terroir.
Looking to the Future
Langmeil isn’t just about tradition—they’re also focused on sustainability and innovation. They’re always exploring new techniques and practices to keep their wines fresh and exciting, while also respecting the environment. It’s this blend of old and new that keeps Langmeil at the forefront of Australian winemaking.
Langmeil’s commitment to sustainability is evident in their vineyard management and winemaking practices. They employ cover cropping, composting, and minimal chemical intervention to maintain soil health and biodiversity. These practices not only enhance the quality of the grapes but also promote long-term ecological balance.
Innovation at Langmeil extends to their use of technology in the vineyard and winery. Precision viticulture tools, such as drone imaging and soil sensors, allow for more targeted and efficient vineyard management. This technology helps optimize irrigation, reduce water usage, and improve overall vine health. In the winery, state-of-the-art equipment and techniques, such as micro-oxygenation and temperature-controlled fermentation, enable Langmeil to craft wines with greater precision and consistency.
Standout Shiraz Wines
Langmeil’s Shiraz wines are true stars. Take the "Freedom 1843" Shiraz, for example. This wine is a living piece of history, with vines planted by vigneron Christian Auricht in 1843. The wine boasts rich, intense flavors of dark fruits, complemented by hints of chocolate and spice. Each sip tells a story of resilience and heritage, with a smooth, luxurious finish that lingers.
Freedom 1843 Shiraz is a rich, full-bodied expression of Barossa Shiraz. The grapes from these ancient vines produce a wine with layers of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice, complemented by fine-grained tannins and a long, luxurious finish. This wine is a tribute to Christian Auricht's journey and legacy, celebrating the resilience and freedom found in the Barossa Valley.
Then there’s the "Orphan Bank" Shiraz, a testament to Langmeil’s commitment to preserving old and rare Barossa vineyards. This wine is crafted from ten rows of Shiraz vines planted pre-1860, which were saved from a developer's bulldozer and replanted alongside the original Langmeil vineyard. The "Orphan Bank" offers a complex bouquet of dark berries, plums, and savory spices, with fine-grained tannins and a long, elegant finish. Each bottle embodies Langmeil’s dedication to quality and history.
Orphan Bank Shiraz showcases the diversity and richness of the Barossa region. The careful nurturing and replanting of these historic vines ensure that only the best fruit goes into each bottle. This wine combines bold fruit flavors with the elegance and structure of old vines, creating a harmonious blend of bright acidity, silky tannins, and a balanced finish. It’s a perfect choice for both casual sipping and pairing with a variety of dishes.
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A Legacy of Resilience and Heritage
The Freedom 1843 Shiraz 2021
Langmeil Winery is home to The Freedom 1843 Shiraz, believed to be planted in 1843 by vigneron Christian Auricht. Escaping war and persecution in Prussia, Auricht travelled to his new homeland, finding freedom in the Barossa Valley. The original plantings still survive and are some of the oldest and rarest vines in the world.
Colour: Deep crimson.
Aroma: An intense aroma of ripe Satsuma plum, mocha, vanilla and savoury notes combine with hints of cedar and sweet spices.
Palate: Rich, sweet fruit is balanced wonderfully with briary and sweet spices and lovely, silky tannins. A full-bodied, textural wine, showing great complexity with hints of cedar and allspice flowing through to the lengthy, brambly fruit finish.
Preserving History, One Vine at a Time
Orphan Bank Shiraz 2021
Orphan Bank is testament to Langmeil’s commitment to preserving old and rare Barossa vineyards. Ten rows of Shiraz planted pre-1860 were saved from the developer’s bulldozer and replanted alongside the original Langmeil vineyard on the banks of the North Para River. We called these ten rows the “Orphans”, but after 150 years they have a new home.
Colour: Medium depth crimson with purple hues.
Aroma: A rich bouquet of red and blue fruits, clove and cedar, entwine with hints of sage, roasty and savoury notes.
Palate: Rich and juicy raspberry and Satsuma plum fill the mouth, with allspice sweetness adding to the mouthfeel. The fruit is well balanced with hints of bramble and pepper and textural, fine-grained tannins on the lengthy finish.
A true taste of the Barossa
Langmeil Valley Floor Shiraz 2020
Local knowledge has helped us select and secure prized Shiraz across the breadth and depth of the Barossa while retaining the foundation fruit from the Valley Floor. The combination of hands-on winemaking and vineyard diversity results in pure Barossa Shiraz. This is why the Valley Floor Shiraz has received the Barossa Trust Mark.
Colour: Medium to deep crimson with purple hues.
Aroma: Rich and lifted aromas of Satsuma plum, mulberry and floral notes mingle with sweet spice, chocolate and savoury hints.
Palate: Rich, plumy fruit and sweet spice balanced by soft velvety tannins. A complex, medium to full bodied wine showing hints of mocha, bramble and vanilla which flow through to the long, fruity, and spicy finish.
a truly harmonious wine
Langmeil Three Gardens Shiraz Mataro Grenache 2021
Old Barossa vignerons referred to their vineyards as gardens. The Three Gardens is a contemporary blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro, varieties which have been grown in the Barossa since the 1840s.
Colour: Medium depth crimson with purple hues.
Aroma: Ripe red fruits and black cherry on the nose with mocha, subtle savoury and herbal notes adding complexity.
Palate: The bright and juicy fruits coat the palate and are balanced by pepper and sweet spices. Medium-bodied in structure with great complexity and lovely silky tannins which flow through the fruity, peppery and spicy finish.
langmeil's one of the best
Langmeil Riesling Wattle Brae 2022
The old vines for this single vineyard dry Riesling wine are planted on a unique Eden Valley property affectionately known as Wattle Brae for the native trees that surround it. It is one of Langmeil's cherished estate vineyards dedicated to capturing the best of region and variety.
Colour: Brilliant, light straw.
Aroma: A delicate, bouquet of lime and tropical fruits, with hints of green apple, citrus blossom and talc.
Palate: Fresh and lively, lime and Granny Smith apples tantalise the taste buds, with a zingy, zesty mouth feel and great acid balance.
perfect for celebration
Langmeil Spring Fever Chardonnay 2022
Life is for living and the season that epitomises this is spring! Awakening from a winter slumber, the first days of spring bring budburst and a renewed enthusiasm for fun and frivolity. Our Spring Fever brings out the best in everyone and is worthy of celebration with good friends and great food!
Colour: Brilliant light to medium straw.
Aroma: A lifted and inviting bouquet of melon, citrus and tropical fruits with fresh cucumber and a hint of marzipan.
Palate: A fresh and fruity palate full of stone fruit and citrus notes with hints of tropical fruit, citrus zest, cream and a touch of minerality on the finish.