The Standish Wine CompanyProducer from South Australia, Australia

Founded by the visionary winemaker Dan Standish, this esteemed winery has redefined the boundaries of Australian winemaking, creating exceptional wines that captivate the senses and push the limits of what is possible.

Standish is a 6th generation Barossan who honed his craft at the legendary Torbreck winery in Australia. Seeking to elevate his winemaking skills to new heights, Standish embarked on a global quest for knowledge and inspiration. From the Rhone Valley to Napa and beyond, he absorbed the wisdom of the greatest winemakers, letting their expertise influence his own unique winemaking philosophy.

"In the context of Australian shiraz, the Standish wines are continually regarded as being exceptionally high quality—among the very best"
- Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate

While Dan's wines boast the rich and profound style typical of Barossa Valley's old vines, they are distinguished by a delicate satin texture and ethereal fragrance that sets them apart from his peers. The combination of these elements creates a unique sensory experience that captures the essence of the region while also showcasing Dan's exceptional winemaking skills. With a commitment to quality and a meticulous approach to the winemaking process, Dan has crafted a portfolio of wines that are both profound and elegant, deserving of the high regard they receive from critics and enthusiasts alike. These wines stand out in a crowded market and are a testament to the extraordinary capabilities of one of Australia's finest winemakers.

All the grapes are handpicked, wild fermented in open-top fermenters, and matured in French oak for 18-22 months with the aim being to let the vineyard expression shine through as opposed to the oak overpowering. Across the board, the Standish wines are incredibly concentrated or opulent but are balanced with precision and fruit purity. In the last few vintages, both the Wine Advocate and James Suckling have given high praise to the wines from Standish.

The only downside to the wines is that our allocation of these wines are so small. So, if you see some available on the website, then it’s your lucky chance to snap some up. 

Wines produced at Standish Wine Co:

Standish The Standish: A Symphony of Opulence

One of the crown jewels within the Standish portfolio is self-titled "The Standish" Shiraz. Sourced from the esteemed Greenock vineyard, this wine captivates with its opulence and concentration. Balanced with precision and a purity of fruit, it boasts an aromatic nose. It’s savoury, full-bodied, spicy, full-bodied and powerful but incredibly balanced. 

Standish The Schubert: An Ode to Intensity

The Schubert Shiraz is sourced from the famed Roennfeldt Road vineyard. In the range the Schubert is the darkest wine. The fruit is dark fruit such a black cherries and blackberries and the nose has plenty of mocha and dark chocolate. Overall, it’s very concentrated, tannic but with a sophistication that is incredibly impressive. 

Standish Lamella: An Elegance of Refinement

The Lamella Shiraz is sourced from the Eden Valley. This cool-climate region imparts distinctive characteristics to the wine, resulting in a captivating expression of Shiraz that is elegant, refined, and beautifully structured. The Lamella often has a savoury, bacon fatness that you often find in Cornas in the Rhone. Crushed rocks and Asian spice usually follow suit to round of this pure expression of Shiraz.

Standish The Relic: A Marriage of Intrigue

The Relicis is often the most charming wine in the range. Blending 99% Shiraz with 1% Viognier sourced from Krondorf, the wine is reminiscent to those of Cote-Rotie which use a small portion of Viognier to add lift the bouquet of the wine. The wine is elevated with alluring floral notes, spice, a hint of lavender and offers great balance, fine-grained tannins, and a long, harmonious finish.