2024 Alkina Kin Shiraz

Rich, generous and deeply expressive Barossa Shiraz

Biodynamic estate winemaking with warmth, soul and family spirit

93 Points – Halliday Wine Companion

Barossa Valley, SA

$40 a bottle
Kin • Alkina • Barossa Valley • Biodynamic

"Kin — Alkina’s celebrated Barossa Shiraz. 93 points Halliday. Rich, generous and deeply expressive — biodynamic estate winemaking with warmth, soul and family spirit at $40."

About Alkina

Alkina is one of the Barossa Valley’s most exciting biodynamic and organic wine estates — “Alkina” an Aboriginal word meaning “place by the water”, reflecting the estate’s deep connection to the Barossa Valley landscape. Alkina’s commitment to biodynamic and organic viticulture allows the unique character of the Barossa Valley’s exceptional terroir to shine through in every bottle, creating wines of extraordinary quality, warmth and soul. Kin is Alkina’s celebrated Shiraz expression — named for family and connection, rich, generous and deeply expressive.

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Deep ruby-red with purple highlights and excellent concentration.

Aroma:
Generous and expressively warm with:

• blackberry, dark cherry and plum
• warm spices, vanilla and chocolate
• hints of pepper and herbs — the biodynamic estate character of Alkina

Barossa Shiraz of extraordinary aromatic generosity — the dark berry and plum character of premium Barossa Shiraz beautifully integrated with the warm spice and chocolate complexity of Alkina’s biodynamic estate winemaking.

Palate:
Full-bodied with excellent structure and well-integrated tannins.
Expect layers of:

• dark berries, spice and chocolate
• well-integrated oak and warm, generous tannins
• the richness and soul of great Barossa Valley Shiraz

Finish:
Long and satisfying with persistent fruit, spice and lingering warmth.

Critical Acclaim

93pts – Halliday Wine Companion

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2024
• Variety: 100% Shiraz
• Cuvée: Kin
• Region: Barossa Valley, SA
• Producer: Alkina
• Farming: Biodynamic and organic
• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
• Cellaring: Drink now – 2032 (8–12 years)

Food Pairings

• BBQ with grilled steaks and lamb
• Sunday roast with slow-cooked beef
• Hearty pasta dishes
• Aged hard cheeses and charcuterie
• Dark chocolate desserts

Why We Love It

This is rich, generous and deeply expressive Barossa Shiraz from one of the Barossa Valley’s most exciting biodynamic estate producers — Alkina’s 2024 Kin Shiraz, 93 points Halliday Wine Companion, warmth, soul and family spirit in every glass.
At $40, it delivers outstanding Barossa Valley Shiraz character and exceptional value from a biodynamic estate committed to quality and connection.

A must-have for lovers of generous, warm-hearted Barossa Shiraz — Kin, by Alkina.