Glaetzer - Amon-Ra 2019

Glaetzer Wines is a distinguished Australian winery located in the renowned Barossa Valley, one of Australia’s most celebrated wine regions. Founded by Ben Glaetzer in the early 1990s, the winery has quickly built a reputation for producing high-quality, premium wines. The Glaetzer family has a long history of viticulture, and Ben has continued this tradition with a focus on crafting exceptional wines that showcase the unique characteristics of the Barossa Valley’s terroir. Glaetzer Wines is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and the expression of regional flavors.

Glaetzer Wines stands out for its ability to produce wines that capture the essence of the Barossa Valley while maintaining a distinctive and refined character. The winery’s commitment to small-scale production and the use of high-quality oak barrels contribute to the complexity and depth of their wines. Glaetzer’s focus on crafting wines with both power and finesse ensures that they are highly regarded by critics and collectors alike.

From old vines in the Ebenezer district of the northern Barossa Valley, aged in 100% new oak hogsheads, mostly French.

"The 2019 Amon Ra Shiraz is 100% Shiraz and 100% from the 2019 vintage, as Ben Glaetzer felt it—unlike many previous vintages—didn't need to be freshened with a small proportion of younger wine. From old vines in the Ebenezer district of the northern Barossa Valley, it offers classic notes of blackberries and spice, framed by hints of cedar and vanilla (it's aged in 100% new oak hogsheads, mostly French). It's full-bodied yet crisp, supple but tight and really long. Offering lovely dark fruit, hints of espresso and black olive, it finishes mouthwatering and firm. Give it some time in the cellar and drink it from 2025 – 2040." - 96 Points, Robert Parker

"From 50–130yo vines in Ebenezer. Matured 16 months in new 95% French and 5% American oak barrels; unfiltered. Gloss and polish of superb black fruits, framed in superfine tannins are Ben Glaetzer's hallmarks. He continues to hone his talent at sustaining brightness and freshness, even in northern Barossa shiraz of monumental proportions. This represents one of his finest works yet. Bitter dark chocolate oak holds an enticing finish that ricochets with inky black fruits and licorice." - 96 Points, Australian Wine Companion 

Producer: Glaetzer  

Country: Australia

Region: Barossa

Varietal: Shiraz

Appellation: Barossa

Vintage: 2019

Size: 750ml