Izway Wines Don Shiraz 2023
The Wine
The Don is crafted from a single vineyard in Ebenezer, farmed by the Hoffmann family.
The Don vineyard in Ebenezer is an exceptional place to grow grapes. Viticulturist Adrian Hoffmann’s philosophy, knowledge and passion are virtually unmatched in our region. The Don’ has been aptly named as the head of the Izway family, in a similar vain to the status that Adrian is gaining with his peers in the Barossa Valley.
In these cooler harvests the wines we produce tend open quietly, and there is a tranquillity about them that cloaks their greatness. This is true for the 2023 Don, yet the underlying wine is classic and pure Ebenezer, with a dark rumble and bold flashes. Earth and spice showcase a cooler harvest, and unwind to reveal powerful notes of Aperol, raspberries, dark chocolate and hints of jamon and black pepper. The palate is balanced and refined, and the precise texture is on show with assertive tannin, crisp acidity and guarded opulence. There is something about this wine that reminds me of impending summer rain, and while the true depth and complexity of this great harvest will be revealed in time, it doesn’t feel like it is far away. IZWAY
Cellar: 10-20 years (from vintage)
924 bottles produced.
A truly transcendental wine. VC
The Details
Variety - Shiraz
Country - Australia
Region - South Australia
Sub Region - Barossa Valley
Extra - Cork
Year - 2023
Volume - 750ml
About the Wine Maker 
Recently Ex Torbreck Head Winemaker (2006-2017), Craig Isbel, owner and winemaker of Izway Wines, dropped in to pour his latest creations. He knows a thing or two about the Barossa - his pedigree at Torbreck included turning out 4 x 100 point Wine Advocate wines and countless 99-pointers!!
Craig, along with his wife Kathryn own and operate Izway Wines in the Barossa Valley. Their ‘Micro’ winery turns out incredible handcrafted wines, albeit in minute quantities - their annual crush varies from 22 to 25 tons - TINY!
In addition to producing wine from vines around their house and winery, they collaborate with a couple of long-term partners with small plots nearby as well as one plot in the Eden Valley. All grapes are sourced from old vines and organically grown. The Isbels work in a 'Lo-Fi' manner, using no pumps, a basket press and minimal additions of sulphur - very hands off!
