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Welcome to Taylors Wines, where the journey from humble beginnings to global recognition is not just history—it’s a legacy in the making. In 1969, the Taylor family planted their roots in the heart of South Australia's Clare Valley, a region so ideal for winemaking that it practically whispered “this is where greatness begins.” Here, alongside the Wakefield River, they discovered the terroir that would set their empire in motion—a magical blend of Terra Rossa soil (red loam over limestone) and the valley’s dramatic climate, which delivers perfect ripening days paired with cool, crisp nights to rejuvenate the vines.

This site wasn’t just a vineyard—it was a goldmine of potential. With a visionary dream and a relentless drive, Taylors Wines quickly became the largest vineyard holding in the Clare Valley, securing their place as Australia’s 13th largest wine company by revenue. The 1973 release of their first Cabernet Sauvignon marked the beginning of something extraordinary. Fast-forward to today, and Taylors is a founding member of Australia's First Families of Wine, an exclusive group representing the best of Australian winemaking heritage, constantly pushing boundaries and redefining what Australian wine means.

While the company operates under the Wakefield Wines name in the Northern Hemisphere (due to trademark considerations), their heart—and their premium wines—remain rooted in the Clare Valley. From their flagship The Pioneer Shiraz, crafted from the estate's most prized parcels, to their cutting-edge environmental practices driving water conservation and eco-smart packaging, Taylors Wines is a force to be reckoned with.

This is the winery that changed the game—forever fearless, always forward-thinking, and dedicated to sustainability and innovation. Their wines don’t just stand out; they command attention. Whether it's their Cabernet Sauvignon, a benchmark for quality and structure, or the stunning Pioneer Shiraz, a wine that’s as bold and unforgettable as the visionary behind it, Taylors continues to set the bar for exceptional Australian wines that are worthy of global acclaim.

Taylors Wines has been highly awarded at global wine shows, continually earning critical acclaim from the world's best wine critics. In fact, they were named The Most Awarded Winery in the World in 2017, a reflection of their unwavering dedication to excellence. Year after year, Taylors remains the gold standard, and their wines only improve with time.

If you’re looking for something that’s more than just wine—something with a story, with history, with passion—then you’ve found it. Taylors Wines isn’t just a bottle on your shelf. It’s a part of Australian winemaking history, a slice of craftsmanship, and a symbol of bold innovation.

The Pioneer Shiraz—a masterpiece, a treasure, a wine that represents more than just a family’s journey. It embodies the future of Australian wine, crafted with over 50 years of winemaking expertise. It’s an experience in a bottle, waiting for you to discover.

100% Shiraz. A vibrant, mid-dense purple crimson with a deep, black cherry-skin core. This wine is generous and rounded at first with juicy, deep berry compote fruits then yielding to a tightly woven frame of firm yet generous tannins. There are alluring, coconutty oak and fine dark chocolate characters, with a deep, soft center of ripe berry fruits. Elegant acids and light, long tannins carry the palate to deliver a lingering finish.

Fantastic bouquet of focus, concentration and power, there are layer’s of floral and mineral qualities adding subtlety and complexity. As the wine opens out in glass the true complexity begins to unfurl with scents of forest berries and flowers, a crumbled stony earth quality and layers of barrel and baking spices as well as energy. A dry wine touches the palate first then a flourish of red berry fruits flavours, red licorice and barrel spice layers. A silky texture also touches the palate contrasted by fruit and wood tannins and accentuated by acidity and suppleness. Tannins are integrating well, the wine has a great texture and mouthfeel, focused and lengthy finish. It is most of all an elegant wine. best drinking from 2023 through 2040. ~96 Cameron Douglas MS

Dark ruby with garnet reflections. Superb mentholated nose with toast and spice layered over a broad fruit and mineral base. Full-bodied, concentrated, profound palate with magnificent exotic aromas where oak influence is still slightly perceptible. Sheer hedonism! ~95 Gilbert & Gaillard

Still remarkable youthful for its age, ripe heady sweet fruit notes like raspberry compote are grounded by baking spice, white pepper and a red licorice note like Twizzlers candy. Plush and silky, it glides across the tongue, tugged mid-way by supple, spice-flecked tannins. Could continue to age for another decade. ~93 Wine Enthusiast

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