The Hero Preservative Free Shiraz 2025: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → BBQ-Friendly Backyard Sipper

The Hero Preservative Free Shiraz 2025 is plush, juicy and instantly likeable — a dark-fruited shiraz with smooth spice and an easy, warming finish. It’s dry, generous and made for relaxed catch-ups, BBQs and “what’s for dinner?” nights when you want a red that just works.

Highlights

• Preservative Free (no added preservatives / no added sulphites)
• Crafted by The Hero — an easy-drinking, great-value preservative-free range
• Blackberry, plum, dark cherry + gentle peppery spice
• South Australian fruit for ripe flavour and balanced freshness
• Approx. 13.5% ABV

Taste Profile

Tasting Notes

Deep crimson in the glass, this shiraz leads with ripe blackberry, plum and dark cherry, followed by gentle black pepper, a hint of cocoa and a whisper of savoury spice. The palate is dry and medium-to-full bodied, with soft, rounded tannins and a smooth, juicy finish that feels warming without getting heavy.

Winemaking

Made in a fruit-forward style to keep things plush and approachable. Fermented to dryness for a clean finish, then handled gently to preserve aromatics and smooth the tannins. Oak influence is subtle (think background spice rather than smoky dominance) so the dark-fruit shiraz character stays the star.

Vineyard

Sourced from South Australian vineyards where sunshine builds rich, dark-fruit flavour, while cooler evening temperatures help retain freshness and balance — ideal for an easy, modern shiraz.

Why We Love It

Because it’s the definition of effortless: juicy shiraz flavour, smooth texture, and a preservative-free finish that keeps it feeling clean and moreish. It’s the bottle you reach for when you want a red everyone’s happy to drink.

Food Pairing

This is a natural match for BBQ favourites, smoky spices, and comfort-food classics. The dark fruit and gentle peppery spice love anything charred, roasted or slow-cooked.

Try matching this wine with →

• BBQ lamb chops — View recipe
• Vegetarian chilli — View recipe
• Sausage tray bake with veggies — View recipe

If This Wine Was a Movie or TV Show It Would Be…

Chef — warm, generous and feel-good, with big comfort energy and plenty of flavour (best enjoyed with food and friends).

Cellaring

Best enjoyed young while the fruit is bright — drink now to 1–2 years. If you’d like it extra silky, give it 15–20 minutes in a decanter to open up the aromatics and soften the edges.

FAQ

What does this wine taste like?

The Hero Preservative Free Shiraz 2025 shows ripe blackberry, plum and dark cherry with gentle peppery spice. It’s medium-to-full bodied with soft tannins and a smooth, juicy finish — ideal if you like plush, easy-drinking shiraz.

Is this wine organic or preservative-free?

This wine is preservative free (no added preservatives / no added sulphites).

Does this wine contain preservatives (also called sulphites)?

All wines may contain some naturally occurring sulphites. This wine has no added sulphites. Learn more about preservative in wine

What food pairs well with this wine?

Perfect with BBQ meats, sausages, lamb, burgers, smoky veg, pizza and hearty vegetarian dishes like chilli or lentil stews.

How should I serve this wine?

Serve at 16–18°C. A short decant (15–20 minutes) will make it even smoother and more aromatic.

How long will this wine last after opening?

Because it’s preservative free, it’s best enjoyed within 1–2 days once opened. Reseal and store in the fridge overnight.

Is this wine vegan friendly?

Vegan friendly.

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