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AI ResearchedThe Howard Park Granite Ridge Shiraz is a full-bodied, cool-climate red from the Great Southern region of Western Australia, sourced from a high-altitude vineyard that sits atop ancient granite soils — once an offshore granite island — over 350 metres above sea level. The wine is celebrated for its vibrant fruit, subtle spice, and supple tannins, representing excellent value in the Howard Park portfolio. Consistent critical scores in the low-to-mid 90s across recent vintages confirm it as a reliable benchmark for Great Southern Shiraz.
Howard Park Wines (Burch Family Wines)
Howard Park was established in 1986 and is a pioneering family-owned winery overseen by two generations of the Burch family, specialising in Western Australia's premier regions of Margaret River and the Great Southern, with international distribution and a 30+ year track record of premium winemaking.
Blend
100% Shiraz
Tasting Profile
A cool-climate Shiraz with vibrant blackberry and dark fruit, layered with sweet spice, soft pepper, and hints of dried herbs, supported by powdery, grainy tannins and a supple, harmonious finish. The high-altitude granite vineyard imparts real energy and fine earthy minerality throughout.
Region
The Great Southern is one of Western Australia's largest and most prestigious wine regions, known for its cool continental climate and ancient soils that produce elegant, structured Shiraz with distinctive spice and minerality. The Granite Ridge vineyard sits at over 350 metres altitude, approximately 40 km from the Southern Ocean, amplifying cool-climate character.
Price Context
Approximately AUD $30–$34 at retail (Dan Murphy's lists it around AUD $29.99; recent critic reviews reference ~AUD $33).
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