The ancient Quelltaler property has gone through a multitude of trials and tribulations throughout a century and a half of viticulture. Since the relaunch of Quelltaler as Annie's Lane, there has been nothing but universal praise for what is now considered one of Australia's finest, and consistently satisfying range of table wines. A little over half of the grapes are sourced from the historic Quelltaler vineyards at Watervale, the balance being from Clare valleys growers who have been supplying the historic wineworks for generations

Annie’s Lane Shiraz is yet another triumph of vast viticultural resources. The climes around the estate vineyards deliver solidly structured yet elegant reds of great character and flavour. Following crushing and de stemming, Annie's Lane is treated to a combination of open, static and rotary fermenters, with some parcels completing fermentation in oak, while others are treated to an extended maceration on skins for up to twenty days. The use of different styles of fermentation contribute to the overall complexity of the wine, which is further enhanced by partial maturation in a combination of French and American oak barrels, whilst some parcels are left unwooded to maximise expression of fruit

A vibrant red with purple hues. A gently balanced bouquet displaying intense aromas of lifted blackberry and spice, integrated with subtle smokey oak. There are characters of plum inspired fruit, violet and a hint of chocolate. The rich expression of Clare Valley Shiraz extends on to the palate, where it develops into a medium bodied red. The wine is rich and soft with sweet black cherry flavours, fine supple tannins, good mouthfeel and excellent length. A soft yet opulent Clare Valley Shiraz with favourable oak and gentle spice, well structured and intensely flavoured, offering voluptuous varietal expressions, elegance and finesse. Treat Annie’s Lane to your favourite faire and at every occasion 

Annie’s Lane shiraz is most commonly a medium-bodied, medium-quality red wine. This release breaks the mould. It’s big and jammy, muscular and tough through the finish. Super ripe, super sweet, grunty fruit flavour, from the first attack to the last trails of flavour. The rating below is almost immaterial - if you like gutsy, sweet-fruited red wines there’s a lot here for the asking price. Raspberries, licorice, chocolate and mint. If you don’t, this wine won’t win you over to the style. Sweet, tannic and uncompromising. Rated : 88 Points Alcohol : 14.5% Price : $19 Closure : Screwcap Drink : 2009 - 2012