Curtis Ancestor

Name: Curtis Ancestor McLaren Vale Shiraz
Brand: Curtis Family Vineyards

A tribute to generations past, Curtis Ancestor honours the rich heritage and tradition of the Curtis Family. This McLaren Vale Shiraz is a finely crafted expression of legacy, passion, and place. Elegant, bold, and deeply rooted in history – it’s a wine that tells a timeless story with every glass.

Curtis Ancestor
McLaren Vale Shiraz

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Our winemaking heritage traces back to 1471, when Paolo Curtis began cultivating vines on the original Curtis Family Vineyards estate, “La Cavata,” near Cassino in Central Italy.

Crafted in honour of the generations of dedication and resilience that brought us to today, The Ancestor Shiraz is a heartfelt celebration of our roots.

Sourced from 80-year-old vines, the fruit is hand-picked, gently destemmed, and cold-soaked on skins for 14 days, followed by a slow 14-day fermentation—allowing for a gradual extraction of colour, fine tannins, and deep flavour.

The wine is then softly pressed and transferred to a blend of French and American oak barrels, where it matures for 24 months. During this time, it evolves into a beautifully layered and harmonious expression of craftsmanship.

The Ancestor Shiraz opens with enticing aromas of ripe red berries, vanilla, and coconut. On the palate, it delivers a full-bodied experience rich with flavours of red berries, chocolate, spice, and coconut, balanced by sweet mid-palate notes and seamlessly integrated oak. The finish is long, smooth, and marked by silky tannins.

This Australian wine is a soulful tribute to our enduring family legacy and the timeless art of winemaking.

Best National Producer Of The Year 2024

AWC Vienna International Wine Challenge

Trophy - Best Shiraz Of The Year 2024

AWC Vienna International Wine Challenge

Gold Medal - AWC Vienna International Wine Challenge - Vintage 2021

Gold Medal - London Wine Competition - Vintage 2020

Gold Medal - Melbourne International Wine Competition - Vintage 2021

Gold Medal - International Sommeliers Choice Awards - Vintage 2021

Gold Medal - AWC Vienna International Wine Challenge - Vintage 2020

97 points - Sam Kim Wine Orbit - Vintage 2021

97 points - Sam Kim Wine Orbit - Vintage 2018