Bleasdale Sparkling Shiraz NV – 95 Points Halliday | Langhorne Creek

95 POINTS HALLIDAY! ONE OF AUSTRALIA'S GREAT SPARKLING SHIRAZ BARGAINS – JUST $26 A BOTTLE

95 Points - Halliday Wine Companion

Bleasdale Sparkling Shiraz NV – Langhorne Creek, South Australia

Gold Medal – National Wine Show of Australia 2021

RRP $26 per bottle

A 95-point sparkling red from one of Australia's most historic wineries for just $26? This is exactly the sort of wine bargain we love finding at Liquid Vibe!

Forget the idea that outstanding wine has to cost a fortune.

Bleasdale Sparkling Shiraz is a magnificent example of one of Australia's most distinctive wine styles.

Rich, dark and beautifully flavoured.

Packed with ripe plum, blackberry, spice and subtle chocolate complexity.

With a wonderful cascade of bubbles, silky tannins and a deliciously generous palate.

And the best part?

95 POINTS JAMES HALLIDAY!

JUST $26 A BOTTLE!

This is the sort of wine you should be buying by the six-pack or dozen, particularly with Christmas and the festive season approaching.

Perfect with Christmas ham.

Magnificent with roast turkey.

Brilliant at a barbecue.

And an absolute beauty with Christmas pudding.

At $26, this is one of those wines that makes entertaining very easy indeed!

Bleasdale – Over 175 Years of Australian Winemaking History

Established in 1850 by Frank Potts, Bleasdale is one of Australia's most historic wineries and a founding name in Langhorne Creek.

For more than 175 years, the estate has played an important role in the development of South Australian wine.

And what a remarkable reputation it has built.

Bleasdale has become internationally recognised for producing wines that combine exceptional regional character with outstanding value.

Its Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec have attracted enormous critical acclaim.

And in 2024, Bleasdale was named Winery of the Year by Halliday Wine Companion.

An extraordinary achievement for a winery with such a long and distinguished history.

But what makes Bleasdale particularly exciting is its ability to produce outstanding wines at genuinely affordable prices.

And this 95-point Sparkling Shiraz is a perfect example.

Langhorne Creek – One of Australia's Great Shiraz Regions

Langhorne Creek is one of Australia's most underrated wine regions.

Situated southeast of Adelaide, near Lake Alexandrina, it has a remarkable history of producing deeply flavoured, beautifully balanced red wines.

The region benefits from cooling maritime influences that help preserve freshness in the grapes.

Its diverse soils contribute different dimensions of flavour and texture.

And Shiraz is particularly well suited to these conditions.

The resulting wines can combine ripe, generous fruit with elegant structure and beautiful spice.

These characteristics make Langhorne Creek an outstanding source of fruit for Sparkling Shiraz.

Rich enough to deliver wonderful flavour, yet fresh enough to produce a beautifully balanced sparkling red.

The Extraordinary Secret – A Blend Dating Back to 1997!

This is where Bleasdale Sparkling Shiraz becomes particularly fascinating.

Rather than simply producing the wine from one harvest, Bleasdale maintains a remarkable multi-vintage reserve.

The winery's published technical information describes a modified solera system containing Shiraz from vintages dating back to 1997.

Each year, younger Shiraz is added to the blend to maintain freshness and vitality.

The older wines contribute additional complexity.

Mature spice.

Subtle chocolate.

Beautiful savoury notes.

And a wonderfully integrated texture.

The younger wines bring fresh berry fruit, brightness and energy.

The result is a remarkable combination of youthful freshness and mature complexity.

And to find this sort of thoughtful winemaking in a $26 bottle is particularly impressive.

Shiraz with a Little Splash of Malbec

Although Shiraz is the star, the blend also includes a small proportion of Malbec.

This is a particularly interesting addition.

Malbec has a long and distinguished history in Langhorne Creek, and Bleasdale is one of Australia's most celebrated producers of the variety.

The Malbec adds another dimension of colour, perfume and texture.

But the personality remains unmistakably Shiraz.

Dark berries.

Ripe plum.

Beautiful spice.

And a generous, velvety palate.

This is classic Australian Sparkling Shiraz, made with extraordinary attention to detail.

Rich Plum, Blackberry, Chocolate and Beautiful Spice

Pour a glass and you immediately understand the appeal.

The colour is deep and vibrant.

The bubbles create a beautiful, lively mousse.

And the aromas are wonderfully inviting.

Think ripe blackberries.

Dark cherries.

Sweet plum.

Black pepper.

And delicate Christmas spice.

There are also subtle notes of chocolate and mature savoury complexity from the older reserve wines.

On the palate, the wine is generous and beautifully rounded.

There is lovely dark-fruit richness.

Silky tannins.

A fine, refreshing sparkle.

And a long, harmonious finish.

Rich enough to satisfy red wine lovers, but refreshing enough to enjoy chilled on a warm Australian summer's day.

And that is exactly why Sparkling Shiraz is such a wonderful Australian tradition.

95 Points – James Halliday

95 points for a sparkling red that retails for just $26 is a remarkable achievement.

And the recognition doesn't end there.

Gold Medal – National Wine Show of Australia 2021

94 Points – Wine Showcase Magazine 2022

93 Points – Tyson Stelzer's Australian Sparkling Report 2020

A magnificent collection of accolades for one of Australia's great sparkling red wines.

One of the Best Christmas Wines You Can Buy

If there is one wine style that deserves to be enjoyed throughout the Australian festive season, it is Sparkling Shiraz.

And Bleasdale is a magnificent example.

Christmas Ham

The wine's rich berry fruit and gentle sparkle make it a wonderful partner for glazed ham.

Roast Turkey

The combination of ripe fruit, subtle spice and refreshing acidity works beautifully with turkey and all the traditional accompaniments.

Christmas Pudding

This is one of Australia's classic festive pairings.

The wine's generous fruit character and spice complement the richness of Christmas pudding.

Barbecues

Whether you're cooking sausages, lamb, beef skewers or burgers, Sparkling Shiraz is a fantastic choice.

Cheese and Charcuterie

The wine's fruit richness and lively bubbles make it an excellent partner for entertaining platters.

And of course, it is absolutely delicious on its own.

Serve it chilled at around 8–10°C and watch how quickly the bottle disappears!

Why We Love This Wine at Liquid Vibe

At Liquid Vibe, we are constantly searching for wines that deliver extraordinary quality for the money.

And Bleasdale Sparkling Shiraz is exactly the sort of wine we love recommending.

First, there is the history.

Bleasdale – established in 1850.

Then there is the region.

Langhorne Creek – one of Australia's great red wine regions.

Then there is the winemaking.

A remarkable multi-vintage blend with reserve wines dating back to 1997.

Then there is the recognition.

95 POINTS JAMES HALLIDAY!

GOLD MEDAL – NATIONAL WINE SHOW OF AUSTRALIA!

And finally, there is the price.

JUST $26 A BOTTLE!

This is not a wine you need to save for a special occasion.

It is a wine to enjoy with friends and family.

A wine to take to Christmas lunch.

A wine to open at a barbecue.

And a wine to keep in the fridge throughout summer.

For anyone who loves Sparkling Shiraz, this is an absolute must-try.

And for customers who have never experienced this wonderful Australian wine style, Bleasdale is a magnificent place to start.

95 POINTS. OVER 175 YEARS OF HISTORY. EXTRAORDINARY MULTI-VINTAGE COMPLEXITY. JUST $26.

Bleasdale Sparkling Shiraz is one of the most enjoyable and affordable sparkling red wines we are delighted to recommend at Liquid Vibe.

Wine Details

• Producer: Bleasdale Vineyards

• Wine: Sparkling Shiraz

• Vintage: Non-Vintage

• Region: Langhorne Creek, South Australia

• Grape Varieties: Shiraz with a small proportion of Malbec

• Winemaking: Multi-vintage blend using a modified solera system

• Reserve Wines: Historic blend dating back to 1997

• Maturation: Seasoned oak barrels and tank

• Style: Rich, fruit-driven Australian Sparkling Red

• Alcohol: Approximately 13.5%

• Critic Score: 95 Points James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion 2024

• Other Accolades: Gold Medal National Wine Show of Australia 2021; 94 Points Wine Showcase Magazine; 93 Points Tyson Stelzer

• RRP: $26 per bottle

• Food Pairing: Christmas ham, roast turkey, duck, barbecued meats, cheese and Christmas pudding

• Serving Temperature: 8–10°C

• Cellaring: Best enjoyed for its freshness and generous fruit