2022 Standish 'The Schubert Theorem' Shiraz

The Standish Wine Company crafts a selection of small-volume, single-site wines from various locations in the Barossa and Eden Valleys. Founded in 1999 by Dan Standish, a pivotal figure in the Barossa, the company has gained renown for its exceptional offerings. After leaving Torbreck in 2000—shortly before it achieved Langton’s Classified status—Standish co-founded Massena, a label instrumental in redefining modern Barossa Valley winemaking. His expertise extends internationally, having made wine in California’s Napa and Sonoma Valleys, Spain’s Rioja, and France’s Rhone Valley. Standish's goal is to highlight the Barossa's finest vineyards with wines that marry power and finesse. He has earned a reputation for creating wines with a distinctive 'X-factor,' showcasing both his skill and the unique terroirs of the region.

Dan Standish himself compares The Schubert Theorem to the finest wines of the Northern Rhône. This wine is basket-pressed and aged in French oak for 30 months, yielding an inky, deep purple juice that is as intense as it appears. The nose is a harmonious blend of rich Black Forest fruit, aniseed, spice, earth, and dark chocolate. On the palate, it is decadent and opulent, bursting with juicy black fruits, plum, and liquorice. This wine is superbly concentrated, with a structure that highlights exceptional fruit purity. The finish is incredibly long and powerful, leaving you wishing it could last forever.