Currs Creek South Australia Shiraz 2020

Winery Overview

Currs Creek takes a softer approach to Shiraz, favouring fruit-led styles that are easy to enjoy. The wines tend to show juicy berry flavours with gentle spice and a smooth finish, offering a relaxed interpretation of South Australian Shiraz. Rather than being heavy or intense, the Currs Creek style is made for uncomplicated drinking and suits those who prefer something rounded and approachable.

Region and Vintage Conditions

The 2020 vintage delivered warm ripening conditions across South Australia, allowing Shiraz to reach full maturity. These conditions produced fruit with lifted aromatics, supple texture and generous berry character, well suited to an easy-drinking style of Shiraz.

Source

Fruit is sourced from vineyards that consistently produce Shiraz with ripe red and dark fruit, gentle spice and a plush palate, all hallmarks of the region’s style.

Winemaking

Winemaking focuses on preserving softness and balance. Fermentation is managed to enhance fruit purity and texture, with oak influence kept subtle to maintain a rounded, approachable style.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Dark ruby red.
Aroma: Mulberries and plums with subtle clove, liquorice and a delicate toasty note.
Palate: Soft and velvety with ripe mulberry fruit and supple tannins.
Finish: Smooth and lingering with flavours of blackcurrant jam and light toast.

Key Characteristics

• Medium to full-bodied and fruit driven
• Ripe mulberry and plum flavours
• Velvety tannins and rounded palate
• Versatile and enjoyable for relaxed occasions

Food Pairing

Pairs well with barbecued meats, pasta dishes, roast vegetables or a cheese board. It is also suited to tomato-based dishes or meals with gentle spice, where the wine’s fruit and texture offer excellent balance.