Winemaking patriarch Colin Glaetzer originally established his own family label to create small, limited quantities of benchmark Barossa Valley reds. Today, his internationally acclaimed son Ben Glaetzer carries forward this proud lineage, defining a small, highly focused portfolio of red wines that draw on deep regional traditions but are unmistakably new-wave in style. The exceptional fruit for the entire range is supplied by a loyal group of third- and fourth-generation grape growers situated in Ebenezer, a famed, sun-drenched sub-region at the northern tip of the Barossa Valley. Here, the low-yielding, un-irrigated bush vines range from 30 to 120 years of age, pushing their roots deep through sandy clay loam into solid limestone pans to yield fruit of immense depth, character, and concentration.
These old-vine expressions are celebrated for marrying incredible density and muscular richness with a surprising, fine-boned elegance. On the palate, they avoid any cloying heaviness, offering instead an opulent, multi-layered cascade of dark forest fruits, exotic spices, and a beautifully polished, savoury structure. Leading our collection is the world-renowned Glaetzer Amon-Ra Shiraz, an iconic, deeply complex masterpiece bursting with mocha, blackberry, and black olives, framed by fine, dusty tannins. For a true peak of global wine craftsmanship, the incredibly rare, single-plot Glaetzer The Eye of Rã Shiraz delivers astounding volume, dark plum majesty, and a structural refinement that will evolve beautifully over decades.
The range balances this ultra-premium power with brilliant, everyday approachability. The Glaetzer Anaperenna offers a seamless, voluptuous fusion of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon packed with dark chocolate and mint notes, while Glaetzer Bishop delivers a pure, velvety, and deeply satisfying expression of classic Barossa Shiraz. For a more casual, vibrant style, Glaetzer Wallace takes a modern look at the traditional regional blend, bringing together old-vine Shiraz for backbone and body with a generous splash of Grenache for a soft, bright, and juicy red berry finish.
The plush textures and integrated savory tannins across the entire selection make these wines magnificent partners for robust home cooking. They have the natural weight and presence to perfectly match a prime cut of dry-aged ribeye steak, a rich venison hotpot, or a slow-braised shoulder of lamb infused with rosemary and garlic.