Kalleske New Release Wines

It is with great pleasure we make available the following four new vintage wines via our order page

2010 Johann Georg Shiraz
This is the eighth release of our iconic single vineyard Johann Georg Shiraz planted in 1875 and perhaps the best yet! James Halliday recently rated this wine in his Best of the Barossa Valley's 2010 Shiraz article read the full review here
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2011 Old Vine Grenache
We are delighted to release the 10th vintage of this wine from the same single vineyard of dry grown vines planted in 1935.
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2011 Merchant Cabernet Sauvignon
Only our third release of this wine but it has quickly become a favourite, sitting proudly in the range with its brilliant fruit purity of cherry and blackberry together with dried herbs.
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2010 JMK Shiraz VP
The JMK has developed quite a following since the first 2005 vintage release and the 2010 will no doubt give you a reason to smile during those cold winter nights.
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Posted: 29/04/2013

Kalleske Plenarius 'Orange Wine' - New Release


At present we are fully immersed in Vintage 2013, however that hasn't stopped us from releasing a brand new wine available, the 2012 Kalleske Plenarius at $25 per bottle via the order page

Ingredients: 100% certified biodynamic grapes. single vineyard Viognier grapes wild fermented on skins for 7 days. matured in hogsheads for 10 months. bottled unfined & unfiltered. naturally cloudy. naturally amber in colour. no added sulphites.

Plenarius is a white wine made from our tiny single vineyard Viognier block. This style of wine is more commonly known in Europe and often referred to as an 'orange wine' as the colour of the wine is orange/amber due to extended skin contact with the grape juice during fermentation.

At this stage this wine is a one off and may never be released again. So make sure you don't miss out on this truly special wine from a spectacular vintage, as there is only a small quantity available. Click Here to Order

Tasting Notes: Plenarius is cloudy scotch amber in colour. Extremely vivid and uplifting. Aromatics burst from the glass - flowers, fig, honey, mint, orange peel, musk, nuts and talc. Tremendously intriguing. 

Full flavoured with solid body. Texture is amazing - chewy and layered. Tannins are lightly present adding a subtle grip. Wine is soft and round but has balanced natural acid providing freshness. It is dry but with an oily roundness. Very lingering finish. 

Overall this is an enjoyable and enthralling wine. A complex mesh of aromas, flavours and textures providing a provocative and enchanting drink.

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Posted: 21/02 /2013

Almost Vintage
Well, it’s the 1st of February, holiday season well and truly over and almost time for vintage. The start to vintage 2013 is now only about 2 weeks away with the Chenin Blanc and first of the Shiraz likely to be harvested mid February. This is about 2-3 weeks earlier than normal due to the extreme drought we’ve experienced in the past 9 months.

The vintage 2013 winter and growing season has been about 50% drier than normal and it has also been warmer too. This has resulted in very low crop levels on the vine and as a result earlier ripening. So quantity will be down, however, quality at this stage is looking sensational. Berries are very small giving a high skin to juice ratio and hence excellent colour and flavour intensity. We’ll ultimately only know in the next few months but so far looking good for some stunning wines from 2013 - Troy Kalleske.

Posted: 01/02/2013

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from the Kalleske team

Well that's another year almost gone! And from all of us here at Kalleske, we would like to thank you for your support and wish you a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year. We hope it's filled with love, laughter and good times shared with family and friends.

It's been an eventful year at Kalleske, from taking out 'Biodynamic Wine of the Year' at the London International Wine Challenge to recently being awarded the winner of the 'InterContinental Sustainability Award' at the 2012 Advantage SA Regional Awards night. Not to mention Troy being inducted as a 'Baron of Barossa'.

There's a lot planned for 2013 already and we look forward to sharing it with you soon. Until the New Year, take care and have fun!

Posted: 20.12.2012

Two More New Release Wines
We are happy to release a favourite of ours here at Kalleske, the 2011 Old Vine Grenache along with the 2010 JMK Shiraz VP - just in time for your Christmas table!

The 2011 Old Vine Grenache has already received glowing reviews, with Campbell Mattinson of the Wine Front giving it 93+ Points and saying "Most enjoyable Kalleske grenache in years – and perhaps ever".

2011 Old Vine Grenache
Old Vine Grenache 2011 is medium red in colour. The nose is very lifted with aromatics of red fruits, raspberry, white pepper spice, perfume, black tea, herbs and musk. The medium-bodied palate is flavoursome with dark cherry, crushed raspberry and rhubarb. This distinguished Grenache drinks well now but is ideally suited for serious cellaring.
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2010 JMK Shiraz VP
JMK Shiraz VP is deep magenta-black in colour. On the nose there are alluring aromas of toffee, fruit cake, coffee, black plum, cinnamon and nutmeg spice, licorice, cocoa and mature brandy. The full-bodied palate is very mouthfilling with intense flavours of rich dark fruit combined with added complexity from characteristic but balanced brandy spirit.
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Posted: 5.12.2012

New Release Wines

It's our pleasure to formally announce the availability of the following 6 new vintage release wines.

2010 Eduard Shiraz
As we’ve previously stated, 2010 was a cracker vintage and as a result the 2010 Eduard is rich and flavoursome with solid structure and great balance. Eduard Shiraz 2010 is deep black in colour. The aroma is inviting and forthcoming with prominent black fruit, plum, chocolate, black olive and fruit cake. The palate is full-bodied, generous and mouth-filling with immense concentration.
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2011 Greenock Shiraz
This is the tenth vintage release of our Greenock Shiraz. Together with the Old Vine Grenache, Greenock was the first Kalleske wine made in 2002. The 2011 Greenock is undoubtedly 'Greenock' whilst displaying the uniqueness of the cooler and wetter 2011 vintage.
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2011 Moppa Shiraz
After four vintages Moppa has continued to gain a strong following as well as many accolades, most notably the Trophy for Best Wine of Show at last year’s Shanghai International Wine Challenge. This fifth release of Moppa continues the pedigree and is again predominantly Shiraz with a trace of Petit Verdot (10%) and Viognier (5%) blended in for added complexity. -
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2011 Buckboard Durif
This is our third vintage of Durif and its proving to be a cracking variety no matter what the year gives. While perhaps not quite as 'big' as the 2010 vintage, the 2011 Buckboard is still a massive wine in all respects with plenty of blackness and power with a well-balanced 16.2% alcohol.
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2012 Clarry’s GSM
The wines from 2012 are outstanding and up there with 2010 and 2002 as the best wines to come out of our Kalleske winery, so it is now exciting to release the first of our reds from 2012. The 2012 Clarry’s is an outstanding follow on to Biodynamic Wine of the Year and Australia’s Best Red Wine - the 2011 Clarry’s as judged at the 2012 London International Wine Challenge. -
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2012 Florentine Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc may not be as popular as the other 'Blanc' but after five vintages of this wine, there is definitely a growing interest in Chenin. It’s a great variety that we see sitting between a Sauvignon Blanc and a Chardonnay in terms of weight and flavour. -
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Posted: 8.11.2012

Troy Kalleske - Baron of Barossa

It is with great pleasure we report, that Sunday, November 4th saw Troy Kalleske inducted as a 'Baron of Barossa'. This is a tremendous honour and one which Troy and the team at Kalleske are immensely proud of.

"The Wine Fraternity, Barons of Barossa was founded in 1974 by a group of influential Barossa winemakers. George Kolarovich of the Barossa Co-operative [Kaiser Stuhl] was elected as the first Grand Master. Other founding Barons were the late Wyndham Hill-Smith [Yalumba], Colin Gramp [Orlando], the late Bill Seppelt [Seppelts], the late Sir Condor Laucke, Bruce Hoffmann, Peter Lehmann and the late Cyril Henschke.

The Fraternity was modelled on similar organisations which exist in Europe whose aims are to promote wines of the regions and also carry out philanthropic and charitable works.

The Barons of Barossa are a recognised part of the fabric of Barossa culture and continue to play a colourful and symbolic role. The Fraternity’s motto is "Glory to Barossa"

For more information on the 'Barons of Barossa' please visit their website: http://baronsofbarossa.com

Posted: 5.11.2012

Kalleske honoured with Sustainability Award
2012 Regional Awards - Barossa
Last night we were honoured in receiving the 'InterContinental Sustainability Award' at the 2012 Advantage SA Regional Awards night.

"This award aims to recognise the outstanding achievements of regional South Australians for their adoption of sustainable measures and minimising their environmental footprint".

We are extremely proud to have received this award and to be acknowledged in such a significant field, which epitomises what Kalleske are about.

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Posted: 17.10.2012

Barossa Gold
Our 2011 Clarry's GSM has received another accolade picking up a Gold Medal at the 36th Barossa Wine Show 2012.

Posted: 21.9.2012

Gold in New Zealand
Great news! Our newly released 2011 Moppa Shiraz & 2012 Rosina Rose have just both been awarded Gold Medals at the 2012 New Zealand International Wine Show. Click Here for Gold Medal results

Posted: 19.9.2012

Biodynamic Wine of the Year - International Wine Challenge
2011 Kalleske Clarry's GSM
We are thrilled to announce our big win in London at the International Wine Challenge today with our 2011 Clarry’s GSM being named 'Biodynamic Wine of the Year' as well as picking up a further two trophies for 'Australian Red' and 'Barossa GSM Blend'.

Posted: 12.9.2012

Marananga Wine Show 2012 - People's Choice Award
2011 Kalleske Buckboard Durif
The 2012 Marananga Wine Show has come and gone again and we are very happy to report that our 2011 Buckboard Durif has taken out the 'Peoples' Choice Award' - kindly sponsored by The Louise / Appellation. The event showcases around 120 wines from the Western Barossa and is the only sub-region wine show in Australia.

Posted: 27.8.2012

James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2013 Edition
5 Star (Red) Rating / Best Wineries of the Region
Kalleske are excited to have received a 5 Star (red) rating again, along with being selected in the 'Best Wineries of the Region' for the Barossa Valley in the new release of James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion.

Posted: 27.7.2012

Trophy - International Wine Challenge, London 2012
Big news with our 2011 Kalleske Clarry’s GSM taking out 2 x trophies at the recent International Wine Challenge in London for: 'Best Australian Red' & 'Best Barossa GSM Blend'.

Posted: 21.6.2012