2021 Schild Estate Ben Schild Shiraz

Delivering incredible depth and value from one of the region’s most respected family estates

95 points Halliday Wine Companion | 95 points Wine Orbit | 94 points Wine Pilot | 94 points The Vintage Journal

Barossa Valley, South Australia
RRP $60 | Premium Estate Shiraz | Powerful • Polished • Authentic

“An exceptional Barossa Shiraz named in honour of Ben Schild — bold yet beautifully balanced, delivering incredible depth and value from one of the region’s most respected family estates.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep purple with a crimson rim — dense, vibrant and full of life.
Aroma: Fragrant blackberry, plum, and blueberry layered with violets, chocolate, and a hint of cracked pepper and cedar spice.
Palate: Rich, velvety, and perfectly structured. Dark fruit intensity meets supple tannins and subtle oak integration. A plush, polished Barossa Shiraz that combines generosity with finesse.
Finish: Long, smooth, and beautifully balanced, leaving lingering notes of dark berries, spice and mocha.

Critical Acclaim

• 95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion
  “Rich and expressive yet refined. Plush Barossa fruit framed by fine-grained tannins and excellent balance. A beautifully complete Shiraz.”

• 95 Points – Wine Orbit
  “Opulent, silky, and superbly structured. Dark berries, spice, and mocha unite in a long, graceful finish.”

• 94 Points – Wine Pilot
  “Classic Barossa style with poise and precision. Generous fruit depth balanced by freshness and texture.”

• 94 Points – The Vintage Journal
  “Fine-grained and elegant, showcasing beautiful fruit purity and composure.”

Vineyard & Winemaking

Sourced from the Schild family’s estate vineyards in Lyndoch, at the southern end of the Barossa Valley — an area prized for producing Shiraz of elegance, fragrance, and natural balance.

The Ben Schild Shiraz is named after second-generation family member Ben Schild, who took over vineyard management at just 16, ensuring the continuation of the family’s meticulous viticultural practices.

Crafted with minimal intervention and matured in a mix of new and seasoned French and American oak for 18 months, this wine reflects both heritage and precision — bold Barossa character delivered with modern polish.

Region

Barossa Valley, South Australia — home to the world’s most iconic Shiraz.
Warm days, cool evenings, and ancient soils produce wines of intense fruit, supple texture, and age-worthy structure.
Schild Estate stands proudly among the region’s most consistent family producers, renowned for craftsmanship and value.

Food Pairings

• Chargrilled ribeye with peppercorn sauce

• Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic

• Slow-braised beef cheeks

• Mushroom and truffle risotto

• Aged cheddar or hard sheep’s cheese

Why We Love It

The 2021 Schild Estate Ben Schild Shiraz is a superb example of modern Barossa balance — rich and powerful yet refined and elegant.
It’s the perfect expression of the region’s heritage, combining old-vine fruit, family tradition, and world-class winemaking at a price that defies its quality.

Four major critics — Halliday, Wine Orbit, Wine Pilot, and The Vintage Journal — agree:
this is benchmark Barossa Shiraz and one of the best-value premium reds in Australia.

Rich. Polished. Profoundly Barossa.
The 2021 Schild Estate Ben Schild Shiraz is a multi-awarded 95-point masterpiece — full-bodied, refined, and irresistibly authentic.