Castagna 'Genesis' Syrah 2017

Julian Castagna planted his Beechworth vineyard at a time when most Australian wineries were being seduced by Robert Parker’s gushing praise of thick, high-octane Shiraz. But that was not his style. Instead, he created wines of finesse, elegance and tension.

Embracing his Italian roots, Julian drew inspiration from the great wines of the old world, creating wines that pair well with food and thrive in our warmer climate. From the high altitude foothills of the Australian Alps, just outside of Beechworth, he championed the biodynamic principles set down by Rudolf Steiner. 

"Good depth of colour with a solid tinge of purple remaining, the bouquet very vegetal and strongly suggesting a high component of whole-bunch ferment. White pepper, assorted spices, oyster shells and brine interwoven with root vegetables and background berries. It's very intense, medium-full bodied and soft textured, fleshy and savoury, with fine balance and drinkability. A super-stylish and gloriously tasty shiraz." 96pts | Huon Hooke | The Real Review 

"For me Genesis is indisputably the finest Syrah in the country. An impeccably poised paradigm of eminent drinkability and exceptional taste. Biodynamic certification is one thing, but the detail infused by life’s experiences, far and wide, drinking the world’s great wines, is another..." Ned Goodwin MW

Embracing biodynamics from early on, Julian worked closely with biodynamic author Nicholas Joly in learning to understand micro-bacterial activity and living soils. No chemicals are used and companion crops are planted so that the entire vineyard works as a thriving ecosystem. 

Vegan Friendly