Turkey Flat is the local name for the vineyard property and is believed to be named by the original settlers in the late 1840s after the large flocks of native bush turkeys in the area. It was here that the first Shiraz vines were planted in 1847, propagating from cuttings from Hermitage Hill in the Rhône Valley in the 1830s and still remaining a productive part of Turkey Flats vineyards today. The Schulz family became owners of the Turkey Flat property in around 1865 and, while they continued to tend the ancient vineyard, they also developed a thriving butcher’s business. Today the business is still family-owned and run by fourth generation, Christie Schulz, and continues to remain a Rhône varietal expert. 

Grapes: Rousanne, Marsanne

Region: Barossa

Country: Australia

ABV: 12.5%

Vintage: 2022