Organic Hill Preservative Free Shiraz 2022: Tasting Notes

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A generous Riverland Shiraz from Organic Hill’s preservative-free range, made with certified organic fruit and bottled without added preservatives. Deep ruby in colour, it brings earthy richness, pepper, spice, mulberry fruit and a hint of musk, with fresh acidity and fine tannins keeping the finish long and balanced. It is a bold but approachable red for steak, tempeh, barbecue flavours and easy winter dinners.

Highlights

• Certified organic, vegan suitable and no added preservative
• Crafted by Organic Hill — a South Australian producer focused on organic, vegan and preservative-free wines
• Deep ruby colour with earthy spice, pepper, mulberry fruit and a hint of musk
• Shiraz from Riverland, South Australia
• No critic score or medal found for this release
• 14.1% ABV

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby red in the glass, this Shiraz opens with rich earthy and vegetative characters, then moves into pepper, spice and ripe mulberry fruit. The palate is full-bodied and dry, with spicy dark fruit, a hint of musk and a fine tannin structure. Fresh, balanced acidity carries the wine through a long, lingering finish.

Winemaking

This Shiraz is part of Organic Hill’s preservative-free and organic range, made from 100% organically grown, NASAA certified premium fruit. It is crafted without added preservative sulphites, allergens or animal-derived agents, retaining a young, fresh and vibrant red wine expression. The style focuses on fruit clarity, spice and drinkability rather than heavy oak or extended cellar treatment.

Vineyard & Vintage

The fruit comes from Riverland, South Australia, with the product notes referencing the Barmera sub-region. Riverland is a warm, temperate region that contributes a significant share of Australia’s wine grape crush and has become increasingly important for organic growing. This Shiraz is 14.1% ABV, dry, and made for youthful drinking while the mulberry, pepper and earthy spice characters are at their brightest.

Why We Love It

This is an easy red to understand and enjoy: organic, vegan, no added preservative and still full of the warm, spicy fruit that makes Shiraz so popular. The mulberry, pepper and musk notes give it comfort and depth, while the fresh acidity keeps it useful with food.

Food Pairing

With spicy mulberry fruit, pepper, earthy depth and fine tannins, this Shiraz loves barbecue flavours, charred edges and savoury protein. It is equally happy with steak, tempeh, mushrooms, smoky eggplant or hearty tomato-based dishes.

Try matching this wine with →

• Steak with chimichurri or pepper sauce — Find a Recipe
• Sticky tempeh steaks with greens — Find a Recipe
• Smoky mushroom and lentil chilli — Find a Recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

Pour it for steak night, barbecue dinners, mushroom chilli, couch-and-casserole evenings or the kind of midweek red you want to open without fuss. It is warm, hearty and made for comfort food.

Cellaring

Best enjoyed young for its fresh mulberry fruit, pepper, spice and vibrant preservative-free character. Drink now to 2026. Store in a cool, dark place and avoid heat exposure because no-added-preservative wines are more sensitive to poor storage.

Producer

Organic Hill is a South Australian producer with its vineyard and cellar door at 36 Twentyeight Road in McLaren Vale. Founder Leon Hill built the brand around organic, preservative-free and vegan wines, with the preservative-free range made from 100% organically grown, NASAA certified premium fruit and no added preservative sulphites, allergens or animal-derived agents. This Riverland Shiraz reflects the producer’s everyday red wine style: generous, approachable and made for drinkers who want familiar Australian flavour with cleaner production credentials.

Related Wines To Try →

If you enjoy preservative-free Shiraz with dark fruit, spice and organic credentials, these are good bottles to explore next:

• Biodynamic McLaren Vale Shiraz with no added preservatives — Paxton NOW Preservative Free Shiraz
• Silky organic Shiraz with preservative-free credentials — Botobolar Organic Preservative Free Shiraz
• Same producer, bright Cabernet with blackberry and mint — Organic Hill Preservative Free Cabernet Sauvignon

FAQ

What does Organic Hill Preservative Free Shiraz taste like?

It tastes deep, earthy and spicy, with mulberry fruit, pepper, spice and a hint of musk. The palate is full-bodied and dry, with fine tannins, fresh acidity and a long finish. It is a hearty Shiraz, but not weighed down by heavy oak.

Is this Shiraz dry, sweet or full-bodied?

This is a dry red wine with less than 1 g/L residual sugar and less than 1 gram of sugar per 100mL. It is full-bodied, with 14.1% alcohol and generous mulberry fruit. The fruit gives richness, but the wine itself is not sweet.

Does this wine contain preservatives or sulphites?

This wine is No Added Preservative, so sulphur dioxide has not been added during winemaking. Like all wine, it may still contain tiny amounts of naturally occurring sulphites from fermentation. It is also certified organic and vegan suitable.

How should I serve Organic Hill Shiraz 2022?

Serve at around 16–18°C in a generous red wine glass. It does not need a long decant, but 15 minutes of air will help the pepper, mulberry and earthy spice open. In warm weather, a very light chill can make it fresher at the table.

What food pairs well with this wine?

It pairs well with steak, lamb chops, barbecue mushrooms, smoky chilli, roast vegetables and tempeh steaks. The pepper and mulberry fruit suit charry flavours, while the fine tannins work well with protein and savoury sauces. For a vegetarian match, try mushroom and lentil chilli or grilled eggplant.

Can this wine be cellared?

This Shiraz is designed to be enjoyed in its youth, while the fresh, spicy mulberry fruit is lively. Drink now to 2026 for best results. If storing, keep it cool, dark and stable because it is made without added preservatives.

Is this wine vegan friendly?

Yes, this wine is vegan suitable. It is also certified organic and made without added preservatives. It is a good everyday red for customers who want a classic Shiraz profile with cleaner credentials.

Who will enjoy this Shiraz the most?

This is ideal for drinkers who enjoy full-bodied Shiraz with pepper, spice and dark berry fruit. If you like Australian Shiraz, barbecue reds or soft preservative-free reds, this is a natural fit. It is more generous and earthy than a light chillable red.

How long will it last after opening?

As a no-added-preservative red, it is best enjoyed within 1–2 days of opening. Reseal it and keep it in the fridge, then let it warm slightly before serving. The freshest fruit and spice will show on the first night.

Is this wine keto friendly?

Yes, this is a dry, low-sugar red wine with less than 1 g/L residual sugar and less than 1 gram of sugar per 100mL. That makes it suitable for many keto-conscious drinkers. Alcohol still counts, so enjoy it mindfully as part of your overall plan.

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