In 2022, Phase Three Wines experienced a delightful harvest season, transforming it into a joyous occasion at their home. Enthusiastically involved in every step of the process, every member of the family contributed, from the exhilarating act of picking the fruit to the meticulous final packaging.

During this season, Three Phase Wines continued their collaboration with some of their familiar vineyards, leveraging their knowledge and understanding of the best practices for these plots. Additionally, they welcomed the inclusion of some remarkable century-old vines sourced from the elevated slopes of Mengler Hill, along with a charming dry-grown patch located on Flaxman Valley Road in Eden Valley.

The current release of "Dero" proudly features wines from various vineyards, each contributing its unique character:

Hoffmann DV Mickan Block Shiraz by Adrian Hoffmann.
Wilton Hill Old Vine Shiraz from Eden Valley by Joel Mattschoss.
Marsen Springs Eden Valley Pinot Noir crafted by Tony Walker.
BVD Road Block Shiraz from Ebenezer.
The Starship Block Shiraz representing Flaxman Valley.

"It’s a ripper. It has this levity and freshness that Barossa shiraz can miss, yet maintains this swarthy depth, grunt and lavish array of spice, wood seasoning, herbal inflection, ripe and less ripe fruit character, Italianate tannin and general crunch. Scents of red berries, black cherry, cocoa powder, Aussie bush, sandalwood and Chinese five spice. Flavours similarly set, gnarly in the weave of sandy tannin with a cool undertow of maraschino cherry juice spiked with a orangey tang, orange amaro and crushed rock minerality. A reserved, almost nebbiolo-like tension and compactness. Sheesh, gulp away!" 96 Point - Mike Bennie - The Wine Front

Alc/Vol: 13.9%