Summary: The southern hairy-nose wombat is smaller than other wombats but is stocky, robust and the proud state emblem of South Australia. Like the might of the little wombat, Little Giant is crafted from premium regional South Australian fruit from established vineyards that deliver character and interest well above their size and weight. Hand-crafted and made with minimal additions and preservatives, these are wines made of the vineyard. The grapes are picked at optimal ripeness, minimally handled in the winery and fruit vibrancy is not hidden by non-essential artefact. Seeking first and foremost fruit expression, drinkability and to be a great accompaniment to food. Don’t let the size fool you, these are wines you’ll want to drink. 

Winemaking: Little Giant Shiraz is crafted from fruit sourced from select premium vineyards of both the Barossa Valley and Eden Valley. Picked in the cool of the morning to retain freshness, the fruit is de-stemming and fermented in stainless steel tanks. The wine then spent nine moths in used large format French and American oak barrels to build structure whilst softening the palate and develop flavour complexity without overt extraction of oak characters.

2023 Vintage: Cooler than usual in 2023 and rain events from early spring delayed the vintage. Through great vineyard management and smaller yields combined with enough sunny ripening days the vintage finished late but strongly. The wines will be marked by fresh and vibrant acidity and nuanced, complex fruit character.

Tasting Note: As with all Little Giant releases, this Merlot offers a fresh, full-flavoured experience with a smooth, medium-bodied palate that's truly irresistible. Dark garnet in colour, it boasts vibrant aromas of raspberry and cherry. The palate is rich with dark cherry, chocolate, and soft tannins, while subtle oak adds structure and complements the rich red berry fruit. It is perfectly paired with lamb shanks and polenta.