Artisan in the House | Schwarz Wine Co | Wine Lounge Tasting

Each week, an Artisan joins us in our Wine Room. Reserve a spot in our Wine Room lounge for a Rarities tasting, where we showcase new releases, museum pieces, or large format wines. During your tasting, our Artisan will share insights about the traditions of small-batch winemaking in the Barossa and guide you through the essence of each wine.

This exclusive experience, emblematic of our collaborative essence, offers a rare chance to delve into discussions about the wine with those who craft them.

Space in the Wine Room is limited. Reservations are imperative.

31 August: Schwarz Wine Co

Join Jason as our Artisan in the House to receive a first hand introduction to his wines. The Schwarz family most definitely qualifies as ‘local’ in a Barossa sense. Five generations as residents, then two as grape growers, and now Jason Schwarz as a first-generation winemaker. 

Convincing his father to part with a small parcel of Shiraz from their Nitschke Block Vineyard in the 2001 vintage, followed by Grenache from the Thiele Road Vineyard in 2002 Schwarz Wine Co. was up and running.

Join us for a very special day, as Jason pours his new single barrel wine, "Gratitude". Why Gratitude? Jason's parents were of a brave generation that rejected government cash offers to remove old Barossa vineyards in the 1980’s. Their determination to preserve their vines, driven by an unwavering belief in their potential to produce exceptional wine, has become their legacy—not only of vineyards but also of admirable character and faith. 

This wine symbolises my gratitude for their resilience. It is the very best Shiraz of the vintage.

"This special patch of fruit was handpicked off the family vineyard. There was just something that stood out to me each time I went back to sample this specific Hogs Head Barrel…and I knew this would be the next addition to my Single Barrel Selection range. I allowed the wine to mature in new French oak for two years, taking on characteristics of a true Barossa Shiraz. I am excited to finally share this wine with you." Jason Schwarz. 

For $50 per person, taste up to eight wines with Jason and access our full tasting list.

Allow 60 minutes for your tasting.