{"title":"Sanguine Estate | Heathcote, Victoria","description":"\u003cp\u003eSanguine Estate is a family-owned estate in Heathcote, Victoria, established by the Hunter family on a site chosen for one reason: the ancient Cambrian soils that run through the heart of the region. At 500 million years old, these red-brown soils over ironstone and quartz are among the oldest in the world, and they produce Shiraz of a character found nowhere else in Australia — deep, structured, and built for the long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShiraz is the focus of everything Sanguine does. The Progeny is the entry point — vibrant, fruit-driven and expressive of the region’s warmth. The Inception is the flagship: a wine of genuine depth and complexity, drawn from the estate’s best parcels and built to age. Both wines are made with minimal intervention, allowing the Cambrian soils and Heathcote’s warm continental climate to do the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSanguine Estate is one of the producers that has done most to establish Heathcote’s reputation as one of Australia’s great Shiraz regions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sanguine-inception-shiraz-2021-heathcote","title":"Sanguine Inception Shiraz 2021 (Heathcote)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Sanguine Inception Shiraz has a dense red colour with a bright purple hue. This wine exhibits classical cooler climate characteristics of dried herbs and pepper, complemented by bright berry fruit such as blackberries and a hint of blueberries for added freshness. The palate is surprisingly subdued for a Sanguine, staying true to the old Heathcote adage: powerful yet elegant. The black fruits and spice notes are well-balanced and the texture is soft, making this young wine very approachable. Although it is worth cellaring for a longer period, this Shiraz can be enjoyed now as well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanguine Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45140435009785,"sku":"9369999013219-2021","price":38.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/sanguine-inception-heathcote-shiraz-2021.jpg?v=1717473345"},{"product_id":"sanguine-progeny-shiraz-2024-heathcote","title":"Sanguine Progeny Shiraz 2024 Heathcote","description":"\u003cp\u003eSanguine Progeny Shiraz 2024 from Heathcote exhibits rich purple colour, intense dark berries, bold blackberry, and mature cherry notes. This complex Australian Shiraz balances elegant tannins with vibrant acidity and excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Sanguine Progeny Shiraz displays a rich, deep purple colour with vibrant crimson highlights, reflecting the wine's youthful intensity and Heathcote's renowned terroir. The wine's impressive depth and brilliant clarity hint at the concentration and quality that define this exceptional vintage from one of Victoria's premier Shiraz regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose reveals intense aromas of dark berries, particularly blackberry and blueberry, intertwined with mature cherry and plum. Layers of dark chocolate, espresso, and subtle spice emerge, complemented by hints of violet, liquorice, and earthy minerality. The aromatic profile is profound and complex, showcasing the intricate character that Heathcote Shiraz is celebrated for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, bold blackberry and mature cherry notes dominate, supported by rich flavours of dark plum, cassis, and blackcurrant. The wine's full body delivers impressive concentration whilst maintaining elegance and balance. Elegant tannins provide structure without harshness, perfectly integrated with vibrant acidity that ensures freshness and longevity. The finish is long and persistent with lingering dark fruit, subtle oak, and fine-grained tannins that promise the wine will evolve gracefully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePairs With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Heathcote Shiraz pairs beautifully with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled ribeye steak\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eslow-braised lamb shanks\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its bold flavours and structured tannins complement rich, savoury meats. \u003cstrong\u003eBeef Wellington\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003evenison\u003c\/strong\u003e create luxurious pairings, whilst \u003cstrong\u003eaged cheddar\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblue cheese\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003echarcuterie\u003c\/strong\u003e enhance the wine's complex character for elegant entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanguine Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46869812773113,"sku":"9369999013721-2024","price":22.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/sanguine-estate-wines-heathcote-progeny-shiraz-2024.jpg?v=1758506343"}],"url":"https:\/\/winesellersdirect.com.au\/collections\/sanguine-estate-heathcote-victoria.oembed","provider":"Wine Sellers Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}