Preservative Free Shiraz

Three Dark Horses sources fruit from McLaren Vale's warm, maritime-influenced slopes south of Adelaide, where Shiraz thrives on red loam and ironstone soils at moderate elevation. The preservative-free approach—no added sulfites—demands meticulous vineyard and cellar hygiene; fermentation proceeds with native yeasts in temperature-controlled conditions to minimize oxidation risk without chemical intervention. The result is a wine where primary dark berry aromatics remain unmasked by sulfur compounds, though this constraint requires careful handling post-bottling. Drinking window is relatively near-term; consume within 3–5 years of vintage for optimal freshness and fruit definition.