Vintage Character John Duval Wines Entity Shiraz 2022 is a Barossa Valley GI red that captures a more finely tuned side of this celebrated South Australian region. The 2022 vintage was shaped by a cooler, later growing season, and that slower ripening preserved freshness, spice and definition, making it an especially attractive vintage for drinkers who value balance as much as richness. Sourced from a mosaic of old-vine Barossa sites including Krondorf, Tanunda, Light Pass, Ebenezer and Moppa, Entity draws its character from the region’s varied exposures and ancient, low-fertility soils, combining depth with trademark Barossa generosity.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing The nose shows blackberry, mulberry and dark plum, lifted by violet, cracked black pepper and a touch of licorice. On the palate, it is full-bodied yet composed, with supple dark fruit, cocoa, cedar and sweet spice threaded through fine, firm tannins and a fresh line of acidity; the finish is long, savoury and quietly powerful rather than heavy. This is a polished Shiraz that pairs beautifully with rosemary-roasted lamb, chargrilled ribeye with pepper jus, or wild mushroom risotto.
Winery Background John Duval founded his own winery in 2003 after a distinguished career at Penfolds, where he served as only the third Chief Winemaker and helped shape some of Australia’s most famous wines. His own label focuses on old-vine Barossa fruit and a philosophy of elegance, structure and regional clarity over sheer mass. Entity is a multi-vineyard blend designed as a complete expression of Barossa Shiraz, with careful fruit selection, traditional vinification and maturation in French oak hogsheads bringing polish without obscuring site character.