Stargazer KURA 2024

The second release of Samantha Connew’s Shiraz/Pinot Noir blend, Kura brings together two Coal River Valley sites near Richmond. Shiraz from the Marengo Vineyard (planted 2017) is paired with Pinot Noir from vines planted in 2004 on the opposite side of the valley. Fermented separately before blending, the result is a vibrant and expressive cool-climate red. Juicy, aromatic and finely structured, it showcases the energy and elegance that Tasmania brings to both varieties.

“Vibrant purple in colour with a fruit profile of black cherries and blackberries, rosemary stem, pepper berry and Dutch liquorice. The palate is juicy and fresh with blue and red fruits continuing to thread through to the finish, with just the right amount of grip in the tannins, wrapping up with a nice snappy sapidity.” – Samantha Connew, owner & winemaker