2019 Gibson The Dirtman Shiraz

A nickname that has stuck since his early days at Australia’s original wine finishing school, Roseworthy College, ‘The Dirtman’ is indeed, Rob Gibson. The connection to dirt runs deep with Rob, who along with formalised training in both viticulture and winemaking, also is a geologist. Our Dirtman Shiraz is a blend of both Eden Valley and Barossa floor fruit. The two regions are distinctly different in climate and dirt. Bringing them together allows us to craft a wine that celebrates classic Barossa Shiraz generosity and plushness, with a backbone of finesse for aging. Matured in new and seasoned American oak, intense aromas of ripe blackberry, stone fruit and plum skin prevail, overlaid with nuances of smoky oak, coffee and vanillin spice.