Rusden
Rusden operates in the Barossa Valley, South Australia's premier region for Shiraz. The winery's portfolio centers on this dark-skinned variety, which thrives in the region's warm continental climate and produces wines of depth and structure. School Days Shiraz - Viognier, the flagship, pairs Shiraz with Viognier—a classical Rhône-inspired blend that adds floral complexity and texture. Black Guts Shiraz and Stockade Shiraz round out the core range, each expressing the varietal's ripe fruit character and tannin architecture. Wines from Rusden have been assessed by Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, Decanter, Wine Enthusiast, and Falstaff, reflecting their standing within prestige critical circles.
Critics
Wine Advocate, Decanter, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast