Temple Bruer Preservative Free Shiraz 2024: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → Dark Berry & Spice

Temple Bruer Preservative Free Shiraz 2024 is a dry, medium-to-full bodied organic Shiraz with blueberry, blackberry, plum, liquorice and cracked black pepper. It has the generosity of South Australian Shiraz, shaped by firm tannins, savoury spice and a smoky edge that makes it a natural dinner red.

Highlights

• Certified organic, vegan suitable and carbon neutral
• No added preservative, with Free SO2 0 ppm and Total SO2 0 ppm
• Crafted by Temple Bruer — one of Australia’s established organic and preservative-free wine pioneers
• Blueberry, blackberry, plum, liquorice, clove and cracked black pepper
• Riverland SA and Fleurieu regional sourcing
• 13.0% ABV

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby in the glass. The nose leads with blueberry, blackberry and plum, then moves into liquorice, clove and cracked black pepper. The palate is dry and medium-to-full bodied, with dark berry fruit, savoury spice, firm tannins and a smoky, meaty thread through the finish. It is bold enough for barbecue and roast dinners, but the moderate alcohol keeps it fresh and well-shaped.

Winemaking

This Shiraz is made without added sulphur dioxide, with Free SO2 0 ppm and Total SO2 0 ppm. The wine undergoes fermentation to build colour, flavour and tannin, followed by malolactic fermentation for a rounder flow. Oak is used as seasoning, bringing spice and structure while keeping the fruit, pepper and savoury detail at the centre.

Vineyard & Vintage

The wine draws from Riverland SA and Fleurieu regional sourcing, bringing together ripe dark fruit, generous palate weight and lifted savoury detail. It is dry, with residual sugar at 0.6 g/L, total acidity at 6.2 g/L and a moderate 13.0% ABV.

Why We Love It

This is proper organic Shiraz for people who want depth without added preservatives. The fruit is dark and satisfying, the tannins are firm, and the peppery, smoky edge gives it the kind of savoury shape that makes dinner taste better.

Food Pairing

Temple Bruer Preservative Free Shiraz 2024 is made for char, spice and slow-cooked flavour. Its firm tannins suit protein-rich dishes, while the pepper and smoky notes work beautifully with mushrooms, eggplant, lamb, sausages and barbecue vegetables.

Try matching this wine with →

• Slow-roasted lamb shoulder — Find a Recipe
• Chargrilled eggplant with spices — Find a Recipe
• Pepper mushroom steak — Find a Recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

Open this for barbecue nights, winter roasts, slow-cooked Sunday dinners or any meal where smoke, herbs and pepper are doing the heavy lifting.

Cellaring

Drink now to 2029. A 30–60 minute decant will help the tannins settle and let the dark fruit, pepper and smoky savoury notes open fully.

Producer

Temple Bruer is a South Australian organic wine producer with deep roots in Langhorne Creek. The original vineyard was established in 1973 and the winery was built for the 1980 vintage, giving the brand serious history in Australian organic wine. Its preservative-free program began in 2006 after Barbara Bruer challenged David Bruer to make wine without added sulphur dioxide. Today, the range is built around certified organic fruit, vegan friendly wines, careful cellar hygiene and low-oxygen handling to keep the wines clean, stable and expressive without added sulphites.

Related Wines To Try →

More organic, preservative-free reds from Temple Bruer to explore:

• Cabernet-led structure with cassis, blackberry and savoury spice — Temple Bruer Preservative Free Cabernet Merlot
• Lighter, silky red with cherry, raspberry and cardamom spice — Temple Bruer Preservative Free Pinot Noir
• Plusher Shiraz blend with blackberry, mocha and warm spice — Temple Bruer Preservative Free Shiraz Malbec

FAQ

What does Temple Bruer Preservative Free Shiraz 2024 taste like?

Temple Bruer Preservative Free Shiraz 2024 tastes of blueberry, blackberry, plum, liquorice, clove and cracked black pepper. The palate is dry and medium-to-full bodied, with firm tannins and a smoky savoury finish.

Is this Shiraz sweet or dry?

This is a dry red wine, with residual sugar at 0.6 g/L. The fruit is ripe and dark, but the finish stays savoury rather than sweet.

How full-bodied is this wine?

It is medium-to-full bodied. The palate has generous dark berry weight, firm tannins and moderate alcohol, giving it structure without excessive heaviness.

What are the tannins and acidity like?

The tannins are firm and food-friendly, giving grip and length. Acidity sits at a balanced level, helping the wine stay fresh through the dark fruit and spice.

How should I serve Temple Bruer Preservative Free Shiraz?

Serve at 16–18°C in a large red wine glass. A 30–60 minute decant is recommended, especially while young, to soften the tannins and bring out the pepper, liquorice and smoky notes.

Is this wine organic and preservative-free?

Yes. This wine is certified organic and a No Added Preservative wine, with no sulphur dioxide added during winemaking.

Does this wine contain sulphites?

Free SO2 is 0 ppm and Total SO2 is 0 ppm. That makes it a strong choice for customers seeking red wine made without added sulphur dioxide.

Is Temple Bruer Preservative Free Shiraz vegan friendly?

Yes. This Shiraz is vegan suitable, certified organic and carbon neutral, making it an excellent option for plant-based dinners and lower-additive drinking.

What food pairs well with this Shiraz?

Pair it with slow-roasted lamb, grilled sausages, barbecue vegetables, mushroom ragu, pepper steak or chargrilled eggplant. The tannins love protein and char, while the peppery lift works beautifully with rosemary, cumin, paprika and black pepper.

Who will love this wine?

This wine suits Shiraz drinkers who enjoy dark fruit, pepper, firm tannins and a dry finish. If you like savoury South Australian Shiraz without added preservatives, this is a strong fit.

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