2023 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz

The perfect introduction to McLaren Vale Shiraz and one of our most popular reds year-in-year-out.
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The 2023 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz is a cracking example of what makes this McLaren Vale sub-region so special.

Crafted by Duncan and Peter Lloyd from their organic vineyard, this Shiraz leans into the sandy soils of Blewitt Springs, bringing a softer, medium-bodied style with fine tannins and plenty of character.

It’s all about balance here—dark fruits, a touch of spice, a savoury edge, and that hallmark chalky texture from the sands. The Lloyd brothers keep the winemaking simple, letting the vineyard do the heavy lifting, and the result is a Shiraz that’s ripe, vibrant, and ridiculously drinkable.

Whether you’re sharing it over dinner or enjoying a glass on its own, this is McLaren Vale Shiraz with a difference—elegant, layered, and ready to go now. Perfect for those who love their reds approachable but packed with interest.

93 points
"There’s so much to like about these Dune wines. Stylish (visually as well) and well-priced. Lots of perfume and exotic spice, some black olive and dried herbs, fresh blackberry and cherry. It’s medium-bodied, supple in fine-grained tannin, has a sort of glassy acidity, quite meaty, with something of a fresh black berry tang, and a long gently grainy finish. Lovely wine. Understated, but complex."
- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)

93 points - "There’s so much to like about these Dune wines. Stylish (visually as well) and well-priced. Lots of perfume and exotic spice, some black olive and dried herbs, fresh blackberry and cherry. It’s medium-bodied, supple in fine-grained tannin, has a sort of glassy acidity, quite meaty, with something of a fresh black berry tang, and a long gently grainy finish. Lovely wine. Understated, but complex." - Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)

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Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
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5 reviews
  • WJ
    Will J.
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    1 year ago
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    2022 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Give time in cellar

    Good, but tannins need a few more years of cellaring to settle, then it will earn the high points rating given.

  • MR
    Michael R.
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    1 year ago
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    2022 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    McLaren goodness

    Medium bodied with plenty of flavour. Great buying.

  • S
    Smiondo
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    3 years ago
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    2022 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Delightful drop!

    Full bodied, nice slightly softened tannins. Aromatic pepper and spice. Everything you expect from solid Shiraz.

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Whilst McLaren Vale is not a large region it is geologically diverse. The Blewitt Springs sub-region is known for deep sandy soils on yellow clays. Shiraz typically ripens later here than other parts of McLaren Vale and displays different characteristics. The sandy soils typically produce shiraz of lifted dark fruit, floral and meaty notes, the tannin is fine yet chalky and the wines are often medium bodied rather than full.

Dark yet glossy fruits, sweet herbs, demerara sugar and stained cherry juice. Medium bodied and savoury textured , plush sweet fruited palate , fine and long , nice density of tannin, unfurling layers of flavour, mulberry and cherry juice, dark spice, little smoky and incense, cured meat and a little gravelly texture to finish.

Price Bracket $30 or Less
Type Red
Body Medium Bodied
Variety Shiraz
Country Australia
Region McLaren Vale
Australian State SA
Alcohol 14%
Size 750ml
Vintage 2023
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Dune

Duncan and Peter Lloyd are the latest generation of Lloyds (of Coriole fame) to make wine in McLaren Vale.

Growing up immersed in the hotbed of food and wine culture that is McLaren Vale, the boys have now partnered up to start their own wine project with a stunning vineyard in Blewitt Springs as the centrepiece.

The grapes are farmed organically, the wines are made with a gentle touch, but rather than let the 'minimal intervention' philosophy hem them in with dogma, the boys are free to tinker and blend as they see fit.

These are fantastic, energetic wines that have set a cracking pace with only a few vintages under the brand's belt. Keep your eyes peeled for what's next for the brothers Lloyd.

Duncan and Peter Lloyd in the Dune vineyard - McLaren Vale, SA Dune

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