Heirloom Vineyards
2022
Barossa Shiraz, Heirloom Vineyards
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Heirloom Vineyards is an Australian producer based in South Australia, founded by Zar and Elena Brooks—winemakers already established through Dandelion Vineyards. They created Heirloom to work exclusively with their finest fruit, selecting the best vineyard sites and oldest clones to produce wines that balance Old World tradition with modern vineyard science. What sets them apart is their commitment to organic and biodynamic farming methods, combined with meticulous site selection and varietal matching—and they back it up: Richard Hemming MW has stated that locating a Pinot Noir offering superior value from the Adelaide Hills would prove exceptionally difficult compared to Heirloom's expression.
About Heirloom Vineyards
Zar Brooks describes the Heirloom philosophy clearly: they champion the finest clones of each variety planted in their most appropriate sites while honouring longstanding winemaking heritage and the character of their historic vineyards. The estate operates according to organic and biodynamic farming principles, giving them control over the entire production chain from vineyard management through to bottling. The team uses their own Pinot Noir clones and hand-tends vines meticulously throughout the growing season. Before releasing wines under the Heirloom label, the winemakers refined their approach through seven experimental vintages, each iteration deepening their confidence in the final expression. That patience reflects their philosophy—they're not rushing to volume, but rather building a portfolio that honours both their old vineyards and their ambition for quality. The result is wines that deliver serious flavour at prices that don't demand compromise.
Heirloom Vineyards Wines in Our Collection
The 2022 Barossa Shiraz (91 points, James Suckling) shows intense, ripe fruit with excellent definition—exactly what you want from Barossa at this quality level, structured enough to age but ready to drink now. The 2014 vintage (90 points, James Suckling) proves these wines develop gracefully in bottle. The Adelaide Hills Pinot Noirs are the real story here. The 2025 Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir (90 points) and 2024 vintage (86 points, Decanter World Wine Awards) both deliver bright, crunchy red fruit with supple tannins. They're made with 50% whole bunch, which adds texture without heaviness. These are the wines Richard Hemming MW was referencing—serious Pinot Noir at a price that respects your wallet. Pick the 2025 if you want to cellar for a few years; the 2024 is immediately approachable for everyday drinking and restaurant pairing.
Food Pairing
The Barossa Shiraz works with slow-cooked beef, lamb shoulder, and rich game dishes—think cassoulet or beef bourguignon. The Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir is more versatile: roasted chicken, duck, salmon, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses all sit comfortably alongside it. The bright acidity and crunchy red fruit make it one of the few reds that genuinely pairs with tomato-based pasta dishes.
Who are Zar and Elena Brooks?
They founded Dandelion Vineyards and established Heirloom Vineyards to work exclusively with their best fruit, combining Old World tradition with organic and biodynamic farming principles.
How long did it take to develop Heirloom's first wines?
Seven vintages of trial and error passed before Zar and Elena were satisfied the wines met their standards for release.
What makes the Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir good value?
Richard Hemming MW states: 'I defy anyone to find better-value Pinot Noir than Heirloom in the Adelaide Hills.' The wines come from their own hand-tended vineyard sites.
Who makes Heirloom Vineyards wines?
Heirloom Vineyards was founded by Zar and Elena Brooks, established winemakers based in South Australia. They created the label to work exclusively with their finest fruit and oldest clones, combining Old World tradition with modern vineyard science.
What style of wine does Heirloom Vineyards make?
Heirloom makes Barossa Shiraz—rich, intense reds scoring 90–91 points—and Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir with bright, crunchy red fruit and supple tannins (86–90 points). Both reflect organic and biodynamic farming practices.
How much does Heirloom Vineyards wine cost?
Heirloom wines range between £17.70 and £19.30 per bottle. Both the Shiraz and Pinot Noir sit in this consistent price band, offering serious quality without compromise.
Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.