Icon War Horse

War Horse anchors Pirramimma's Icon collection as a statement red from Clare Valley, one of Australia's most rigorous cool-climate terroirs. The vineyard sits at moderate elevation in the valley's eastern slopes, where diurnal temperature swings and slate-rich soils demand phenolic ripeness without overextraction.

The blend—primarily Shiraz with Cabernet Sauvignon—undergoes extended maceration to build structural tannins, then ages in a combination of French and American oak for 18–24 months. This dual-oak regime introduces both vanilla-oak spice and darker fruit concentration without masking the regional minerality that defines Clare reds.

War Horse's signature lies in its mid-palate grip and linear acidity—a hallmark of cool-climate Shiraz-Cabernet blends that refuse softness. The wine demands cellaring; expect 8–12 years of evolution from vintage release.