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Description
Andrew Thomas' flagship Kiss Shiraz comes from the low-cropping Pokolbin Estate vineyard, planted in 1969, and has been amongst the Hunter's finest Shiraz wines for many years.
As always, the 2023 vintage saw meticulous crop thinning and careful hand-picking. After a 24-hour cold soak and eight-day fermentation on skins, the wine aged for 16 months in premium French oak hogsheads, 20% of which were new.
The nose is full of ripe dark fruits, sarsaparilla, and warm spices. On the palate, find a myriad of black, blue and purple fruits, complemented by fine tannins and crisp acidity. Hints of black pepper, tea smoke, and espresso add complexity.
With a suite of strong reviews, this is an excellent release of Kiss and sadly, it will also be the last, making it and a must-try for fans of premium Aussie Shiraz.
97 points
"This combines juiciness and liveliness with a warming embrace, showcasing richness, power and regional character."
- Toni Paterson MW (Halliday Wine Companion)
97 points
"The number of places that can produce wine like this, where good seasons deliver fruit of complexity and depth with the balance that will see them live for years, is finite. Make sure you linger over this last Kiss."
- Nick Ryan (Top 100 Wines of 2025)
| Price Bracket | $51 to $100 |
| Type | Red |
| Body | Full Bodied |
| Variety | Shiraz |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Hunter Valley |
| Australian State | NSW |
| Feature |
High Score |
| Reviewed By |
Halliday Wine Companion The Weekend Australian |
| Critic Score |
97 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
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