The Ebenezer range pays tribute to the many generations of growers who have painstakingly nurtured their vineyards through good years and bad since settlement. Without their persistence and strength many of the great vineyards of the Barossa Valley would be lost today. Remember, we use parcels of Shiraz that only just miss out on E&E and the Cabernet Sauvignon is made from the best vineyards.
ALL Awards & Accolades
Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2010
93 Points
EDITORIAL:
Holding purple hue; shows what can be achieved with Barossa cabernet if the alcohol is held in check; has good structure and clear varietal expression; stained cork an issue. 14.5% alc. To 2015
Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2011
94 Points
EDITORIAL:
Outstanding. From one of the relatively rare vintages in the Barossa Valley that was perfect for cabernet sauvignon; the wine has the slight savoury olive twist to its pure blackcurrant fruit one finds in voller climates; the tannins are persisitant and long, and in balance. Screwcap. 15.3% alc. Rating 94 To 2026
Wrest point Hobart International Wine Show 2010
Gold
EDITORIAL:
Class 52 - 2008 VINTAGE & OLDER DRY RED - Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 & older vintages
Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
WinePointer 2009
4.5 stars
EDITORIAL:
No.34: August 13 2009
This has been one of my favourite Australian cabernets for many years. The 2004 vintage does the name proud, with rich, intense fruit that’s complex and serious, and very good balance from the acidity. The texture is tangy and even slightly unctuous, but it remains refreshing and clean. Drink it with well-seasoned lamb and other red meats.
Taste Magazine NZ 2009
94 Points
EDITORIAL:
Truly impressive red with Christmas cake, anise/spice and bitter chocolate flavours. Very dense, will age well.
thestar.com 2009
93 Points
EDITORIAL:
Writer - Gord Stimmell
Top rating of the entire release goes to Barossa Valley Estate Ebenenzer 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon. This dances with gorgeously lavish cassis and minty black fruits, a totally hedonistic red.
Barossa Wine Show 2008
Silver
EDITORIAL:
Class 12 - DRY RED, Varietal CABERNET SAUVIGNON, VINTAGE 2007 & Older
Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
Wrest point Hobart International Wine Show 2007
Silver
EDITORIAL:
Class 48 - DRY RED - Cabernet Sauvignon (2004 and older vintages)
Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2007
95 Points
EDITORIAL:
2007 Edition - Holding red-purple hue well; an elegantly structured wine with classic blackcurrant varietal fruit and a touch of chocoalte; long, fine, ripe tannins. Exceptional Barossa cabernet. Cork. 14%alc.
Shiraz 2005
WineWise Publication 2009
Highly Recommended
EDITORIAL:
This is a marvellously fresh, concentrated shiraz with opulent blackberry matched to "sweet" oak. The palate is seamless and prodigiously long, with very fine tannins. Classic Barossa. ($38.00) 14.5% Cork
Matthew Jukes 100 Best Australian Wines 2009
Regional Hero
EDITORIAL:
Stuey Bourne puts an enormous amount of energy into capturing and taming the wild aromas and flavours of his Ebenezer vineyard. In 2005 he has finally achieved a balance between fruit, earth & spice which, on the nose, is identical to the aroma in the vineyard itself. This is the ultimate achievement of a winemaker in search of the exact postcode for his wine.
Shiraz 2006
Winestate Magazine 2011
4.5 Stars
EDITORIAL:
March 2011 New Releases, Shiraz. Complexity of black fruits, tar, leather and earthy aromas - great! Absolutely mouthwatering fruit flavours on a palate showing lots of structure and intensity.
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2011
95 Points
EDITORIAL:
Outstanding. Solid colour, still in the red spectrum (no browning); rich black fruit and licorice aromas, then a powerful full-bodied palate with intense black fruits, licorice and ripe tannins. Will live for decades. Screwcap. 14.8% alc. Rating 95 To 2036 $32
Sydney International Wine Competition 2010
Blue-Gold
EDITORIAL:
Barossa Wine Show 2010
Silver
EDITORIAL:
Class 11 - Dry Red, Varietal Shiraz, Vintage 2007 and Older
Shiraz 2004
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 2009
90 Points
EDITORIAL:
The 2004 Ebenezer Shiraz spent 18 months in French and American oak, 25% new. Opaque purple-coloured, the nose exhibits toast notes, spice box, blueberry and blackberry. This leads to a structured wine with 2-3 years of ageing potential. Ripe and savoury, the wine has good depth and intensity. It will drink well from 2010 to 2018.
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2009
95 points
EDITORIAL:
Medium-bodied, but intense and long, with lovely definition to the black cherry and plum fruit, showing no hint of thickness or sweetness; fine tannins sustain the long finish. Drink to 2015
International Wine and Spirit Competition 2008
Silver
EDITORIAL:
Wine Spectator 2008
93 Points
EDITORIAL:
Highly Recommended:
Firm in texture and aromatically dramatic, with smoky, roasted coffee overtones to the blackberry, black cherry and tiny hint of tarragon as the flavors linger expressively. This has great structure and balance, but just needs time. Best after 2011. 600 cases imported. –HS
Winestate 2008
5 Stars
EDITORIAL:
A tight, acidic wine with very intense depth and length of blackberry/prune juice-like fruit brooding under some excellent oak. Will evolve beautifully with some more age.
Mar/Apr Issue 2008 - Barossa Valley & Eden Valley Regional Tasting
Taste Magazine New Zealand 2008
93 Points
EDITORIAL:
Shiraz
Winestate Magazine 2007
4 Stars
EDITORIAL:
Shiraz 2002
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2007
95 Points
EDITORIAL:
2007 Edition - Very well-intergrated and balanced black fruits, oak and ripe tannins; an elegant, long finish. Cork. 14%alc.
