ST HALLETT
‘I believe there’s a big, complex story to tell about Shiraz, and we’ve only really just scratched the surface in the Barossa’
Helen McCarthy
Along story tracing the history of South Australia’s Barossa region is integral to the success of St Hallett Wines. And formidable people are key to this story – many are legendary characters in the pantheon of Australian wine.
Early St Hallett winemaker Robert O’Callaghan (now of Rockford Winery) saved historic Shiraz vines from being grubbed up during the 1970s and made rich wines celebrating their unique qualities. The late, larger-than-life raconteur and marketeer ‘Big’ Bob McLean sold the merits of these signature Shirazes to the world. Entwined through a legend of long promotional lunches and great merriment, St Hallett fostered a loyal fan club for its wines, led by Old Block Shiraz.
Years have marched on, yet despite several changes in ownership and numerous winemakers, St Hallett has never let go of
