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The Colonial Estate Explorateur Barossa Valley Sparkling Shiraz Nv

DOUBLE 93 POINT RATED & MULTIPLE GOLD MEDAL WINNING BAROSSA SPARKLING SHIRAZ

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Customer reviews

4.13 out of 5 stars.

Why to buy:

93 Point Rated Sam Kim Wine Orbit
Gold Medal Melbourne International Wine Competition
93 Point Rated & Gold Medal Wine Showcase Magazine
Award Winner Melbourne International Wine Competition

Specifications:

Vintage:	Nv
Source/Region:	Barossa Valley, South Australia
Grape Variety:	Sparkling Red
Cellaring:	Drink now or cellar for mid term
Bottle Top:	Foil over cork
Alcohol Content:	13.50
Standard Drinks:	8.00
Rating:	93

Tasting Notes:

Deep purple to crimson red in colour, this Barossa Valley Sparkling Shiraz is both elegant and vibrant. Sourced from low-cropping vineyards across the northwestern Barossa—spanning Marananga, Greenock, Moppa, Ebenezer, and Stockwell—this wine is crafted from a blend of vintages for depth and richness.

Primary fermentation took place in stainless steel, followed by barrel fermentation on lees to build body and complexity. The finished parcels were then blended and underwent secondary fermentation, giving this wine its refined sparkle and creamy mousse.

The nose is rich with blackberry, cherry, and spice, accented by licorice and hints of oak. The palate is full-flavoured and creamy, bursting with plum, blackberries, and licorice, with a soft, fruit-driven core and fine tannin structure. A fresh and lively finish makes this a truly moreish sparkling red.

This wine pairs beautifully with char-grilled sausages, duck confit, sticky barbecue ribs, or even dark chocolate desserts, offering versatility and indulgence from start to finish.

Accolades & Awards:

93 Point Rated - Wine Showcase Magazine
"Lovely spicy plums on the nose and sweet, lively plums and varietal fruit on the palate. Rich, complex and balanced."

93 Point Rated - Sam Kim Wine Orbit
"Gorgeously appealing and fragrant with dark plum, sweet cherry, vanilla, mixed spice and potpourri aromas, it's supple and velvety in the mouth offering ripe fruit intensity with fine polished tannins, finishing lingering and super tasty. $30.00. www.colonialwinecompany.com.au. March 2022."

Gold Medal
Melbourne International Wine Competition 2022
Wine Showcase 2021

Award Winner
Melbourne International Wine Competition 2021

Reviews:

The Colonial Estate Explorateur Barossa Valley Sparkling Shiraz Nv is rated 4.1 out of 5 by 39.

Rated 5 out of 5 by Phil from easy drinking soft flavours.perfect balance. Wine was first suggested by team member .excellent choice to enjoy at the end of the day with good friends and husband.

Date published: 2025-05-21

Rated 5 out of 5 by magic from One of the better sparkling shiraz I've bought these a couple of times over the summer. Surprised with the quality.

Date published: 2025-01-30

Rated 5 out of 5 by dick from I had forgotten just how good this is and just brilliant value so I am ordering some more

Date published: 2025-01-22

Rated 5 out of 5 by Pete D from Sparkle Shiraz Fiz I purchased this wine on spec and was super impressed with the quality, my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed it and will buy again

Date published: 2025-01-17

Rated 5 out of 5 by JayVee from Outstanding value I have bought several dozen of The Colonial Estate Explorateur sparkling shiraz. In our view, it's an enjoyable wine before or after dinner.

Date published: 2022-10-15

Rated 5 out of 5 by Goddo from Yummy Sparkling Red Sparkling Shiraz is an Aussie Icon meant for Christmas time - this is a real fine one!

Date published: 2022-09-24

Rated 5 out of 5 by Louise from Not too sweet not too dry. Ever since I tasted my first glass of the Explorateur two years ago, its become my go-to summer wine.

Date published: 2022-04-13

Rated 5 out of 5 by trev from Ausie special Sparkling shiraz is an Ausie contribution that is unknown to most of the world but it is a secret beats the pants of champagne. It is so rich and creamy in the mouth. Try it with roast duck, you won't be sorry.

Date published: 2021-08-29

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