SISTER’S RUN EPIPHANY SHIRAZ 2021

Gold Medal – International Wine Challenge 2023
Gold Medal – Melbourne International Wine Competition 2023
Double Gold Medal – Women Wine & Spirit Awards 2023

Winery notes (2021 Vintage)
"Dark, bright, violet, intense. Lifted red Summer berry and berry compote aromatics. Earth (dry), spice, pepper more black than white – but only just… -and then a distant wafting afterthought of far-off oak’s aftershave. African violets, dried herbs, and white chocolate. Whilst rich and ripe enough to satisfy any estate agent, there is a savoury and textural element that will please any not-for-profit social-enterprise friends you might have. This is sunshine shiraz yet underwritten by bay leaf, olive, tapenade, anchovy and that certain uncertain umami quality. It is a rolling and rounded red wine that coats your mouth; but then an edge of acidity licks in and you are refreshed.

This red wine has a friendly assertiveness that will match robust flavours. The balance between richness and tannin, between power and an underlying acid tension and edge, make this red wine almost too drinkable. Don’t be afraid to cellar some of this wine, too. There’s reward ahead.

Sister’s Run is serious fun. Our talented young winemaker Elena wears steel cap work boots every day of course, but carries a pair of high heels in back of the ute, only for emergencies, like last minute invitations to accept trophies at gala wine show dinners and the like. Returning from a ‘knees-up’ at midnight, mid vintage, she managed to kick off one high heel and slip back into a boot’ just as the cellar crew cried out, ‘Run Sister Run’; and exactly then our winemaker and label took flight! The stiletto and boot are Sister’s Run; an independently owned and operated winery with a fierce commitment to making the best wines we can from family vineyards. We don’t take ourselves as seriously as we take our wines, but agree with Elena, all you need to know about wine is the five ‘V’s and remember the best wine is the wine you like. We hope you enjoy this wine as much as we did making it. Cheers from all at Sister’s Run… Alexandra, Barbara, Berenice, Dani, Daria, Elena, Geri, Helen, Jessica, Maree, Margie, Elouise, Stefka and Honorary Sisters; Encho, Jackson, Lance, Todor and Zar."

5 Stars & 94/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, January 2024 (2021 Vintage)
"Opulent and engaging with dark fruit richness, dark cocoa, cake spice and toasty oak aromas on the nose. The palate is concentrated and plush, filled with powerful fruit flavours backed by layers of fine tannins, making it gratifying and hugely appealing. Grapes were sourced from McLaren Vale & Fleurieu. At its best: now to 2036."

4 Stars Cuisine, Australian Shiraz Tasting, June 2024 (2021 Vintage)
"A rich colour with just a hint of colour development, the nose is dark berries, smoked game and complex spice with some reduction. The savoury character of the game comes through on the palate backed by sweet fruit that creates juiciness alongside delightfully grainy tannins."

5 Stars & 18.5/20 (93) Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Reviews, December 2023 (2021 Vintage)
"Full, deep ruby-red, lighter on the rim. The nose is full and robust, with aromas of black plum, blackberry, mulberry, vanilla, black pepper, subtle herbs and grilled meat. Full-bodied, scents of ripe black plum, blackberry and mulberry form a firm core, entwined with vanilla, black pepper, nutmeg, milk chocolate and a hint of grilled meat. The fruit is dense with concentration and power, and the ripe tannin framework carries pepper spice and fresh acidity, driving a sustained, rich finish. Match with grilled lamb and beef short ribs over the next 5+ years. 14.5% alc."

90/100 Cameron Douglas MS, November 2023 (2021 Vintage)
"A ripe, lifted bouquet of dark raspberry and plum flesh, milk chocolate and dark flowers, there’s a natural sweetness of fruit, some peppery spice and cinnamon. Dry, fruity, firm and dry with plenty of acidity and core fruit flavours that mirror the bouquet. Juicy and fleshy moments with a warm moderate finish. Best drinking from 2023 through 2027."