Wines By Schild Estate

Johannes Hugo Bernard (Ben) Schild relocated his family, including a young Ed Schild, to Rowland Flat in the Barossa, establishing his vineyard circa 1952 after many years of grain farming in the Mallee. Following Ben's passing in 1956, fifteen year old Ed took over the reins of the family farm to continue the work started by his father. Following a careful sorting of the best Shiraz grapes picked off a single low yielding vineyard parcel in the hills overlooking Lyndoch, Schild have constructed the flagship Ben Schild Reserve in true blockbuster styling.

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A commemorative wine dedicated to the estate's patriarch and his foresight in founding the Schild wineworks. Harvested throughout the chill of early morning, grapes are crushed and given a thorough maceration for the optimal extraction of colour and tannins. Parcels are transferred to concrete fermenters, inoculated and treated to a regimen of regular pumpovers whilst completing vinification to complete dryness at a relatively high alcohol content. The batches are then left in contact with skins for a fortnight to extract further colour, flavour and intensity. The batches are then put to bed in a combination of new and seasoned oak barrels for a course of extended maturation.

Deep ruby red. An intense creamy perfume of lifted violets and blue fruits. Vibrant flavours of blueberry crumble and dark plums show clearly in the mouth along with hints of restrained black pepper spice. These all lead into a fine soft tannin framework and a persistent finish which comes back at you with lifted fruit perfume and a hint of well integrated oak to finish. A profound experience even in it's youth, Ben is a wine that's big in flavour, showing superb underlying structure and finesse, an expression of the place whence it originates.

Schild Estate Alma Reserve Chardonnay 2011

Barossa

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Alma was the Schild matriarch, married to estate founder Ben Schild, she raised a family of eight children under primitive conditions while supporting her husband throughout the establishment of Schild vineyards. The original homestead at Three Springs was acquired by Ben in 1952 as a mixed farm with dairy sheep, stonefruit orchard and a small acreage of vines. Alma showed the greatest perseverance whilst encouraging her husband and nurturing a large family during some of the most impoverished times in recent Australian history.

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The Schild approach is very much centred around progress in the vineyard. Everything is aimed at preserving the character of quality fruit without too much interference from the winery. Fruit is sourced from the Schild family's best parcel of Chardonnay at Moorooroo Vineyard near Rowland Flat, grapes are harvested and picked at optimum ripeness in the cool night air. Grapes are de stemmed and the musts are chilled, vinified in controlled fermenters followed by transfer to barrel for completion and a term of maturation. Quality French oak and several months on lees infuse the palate and contribute texture to an elegant yet complex Chardonnay. Alcohol 12.7%

Bright straw hue. Fragrant peach and honeydew melon bouquets overlaid with toasty French oak. Fresh tropical fruits on the palate combine with restrained hints of oak and creamy, nutty mouth feel derived from lees stirring during maturation. Apricots and peach flavours dominate the palate, delivering richness of flavour along with a subtle acid backbone ensuring the wine remains stylish, fresh and elegant, all the way to a lengthy finish.

Schild Estate Barossa GMS 2011

Barossa

A baronial Barossa winemaking estate with roots dating back to 1866, Schild have amassed an impressive retinue of international awards within a very short space of time. Their offerings are highly treasured by enthusiasts around the world. Crafted exclusively from dry grown, bush vine Grenache, Mataro (Mourvedre) and Shiraz, at an average age of seventy years, planted to precious vineyards which are able to withstand bursts of Barossa heat. The gnarled old vines are treated to meticulous viticultural management, yielding berries of outstanding quality.

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After thirty years of pioneer farming in the harsh Mallee region of South Australia, Ben Schild had a vision of settling down to the finest soils and growing the best winegrapes. In 1952 Ben Schild purchased the Three Springs Farm, which included a small vineyard in the Rowland Flats of the Barossa Valley and began transforming it for sustainable viticulture. Hand harvested to exacting timetables and at optimum ripeness, batches of Grenache, Shiraz and Mourverdre are taken to the winery where they are open fermented and pressed. Bottled early with minimal filtering to preserve freshness, drinking beautifully while young, and certain to develop handsomely.

After thirty years of pioneer farming in the harsh Mallee region of South Australia, Ben Schild had a vision of settling down to the finest soils and growing the best winegrapes. In 1952 Schild purchased the Three Springs Farm at Rowland Flats in the Barossa Valley. The land included a small vineyard and Schild began transforming his new property for sustainable viticulture. Hand harvested to exacting timetables and at optimum ripeness, batches of Grenache, Shiraz and Mourverdre are taken to the winery where they are open fermented and pressed. Made without the use of any oak, the palate derives its depth of flavour from the complex Rhone styled cépage, while early bottling ensures freshness. Approx 14.5%.

Schild Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Barossa

Located just a short distance north of Lyndoch Township, vines grown to the Schild's Angus Brae site are managed to fully exploit the bounty of influences offered by the exceptional soil profile and terroir. Schild captures the essence of Cabernet as an expression of the Barossa, with its warm and generous palate reflecting the full spectrum of varietal flavours and regional aspects.

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Harvested at optimum ripeness, Cabernet grapes are sourced from the estate's Angas Brae vineyard in the Barossa's cool south. Destemmed and crushed into open fermenters, inoculated and vinified, treated to regular pumpovers whilst in contact with the skins to extract as much colour and flavour possible, to construct a generous drinking style. Maturation in a combination of new and seasoned oak imparts subtle characteristics and softens the tannins, integrating the intense fruit flavours. Following a transfer and racking into oak barrels, a minimal movement is the practise, as the Cabernet wines are left to mature until ready for bottling. A generous style exhibiting elegance. Approx 14.0%


Dark red magenta. Intense red fruit and plums on the nose. Dark, juicy red berry fruit and plums on the front palate with soft, round tannins on the end all ensure this wine has complexity, finesse and a good varietal presence.

Schild Estate Frontignac 2011

Barossa

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In a return to the traditional style of Barossa white, Frontignac holds an enviable reputation for being generously flavoured, one of the most accessible, easy drinking varietals. Frontignac shares a long history with Barossa Valley, it was one of the earliest plantings, as Lutheran settlers were very found of it's rich, sweet palate. Schild exhibits a forwardness of tropical fruit, balanced by tight brace of light citrus and refreshing acid on the finish. Immediately enjoyable whilst young and fresh, with a complexity that rewards as the wine evolves.

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Most of the white wines made at Schild Estate are vinified without any exposure to oak, thus the fruit is harvested at the last possible moment before transport to the winery. This practice reduces the possibility of emparting harsh phenolics into the freshly pressed juice. A combination of neutral yeast selection and fermentations in temperature controlled vessels are employed to maintain the fine aromatics and depth of flavour in the Frontignac grapes. Immediately after fermentation is completed, the wines are prepared for bottling to capture the vivid fruit characters. The whole process from vineyard to bottle is completed within six weeks to retain the freshest characteristics. Alcohol 11.5%

Clear and bright straw hue with a fresh green tinge. Bright and intense aromas of floral and tropical fruits, intensity of the bouquet continues through to the palate. A rich, lush semi sweet mouthfeel endowed with real depth of flavour, apples and sweet grape characters are balanced by the presence of elegant, light acidity, finishing focused and long with a lingering measure of bright varietal fruit.

Schild Estate Merlot 2011

Barossa

Schild are one of the most respected names in Barossa. Relative latecomers to the region, they established their plantings in 1952 after three decades of adversity in the Mallee. A careful selection of the ripest and plumpest Merlot grapes is harvested off the elite Schild estate Angas Brae property. Fully fragrant and juicy to the palate, Schild displays an abundance of rich fruit characters so essential of good Barossa Merlot. Rich in flavour yet elegant to the finish, Schild drinks beautifully and will compliment many different cuisines.

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An industrious viticultural team at Schild strive to replant and redevelop the ancient estate, incorporating traditional viniculture and folklore with modern quality controls. The traditions of the Barossa mean that each property will continue to produce quality fruit. Grapes are de-stemmed, crushed and sent to fermentation as promptly as possible to minimise typical colour loss. Inoculated in tank whilst in contact with skins for maximum extraction. Schild is treated to a year's maturation in a combination of new and prior use French oak barrels. Following racking, clarification and stabilisation the wine is bottled with minimal filtering. Alcohol 14.5%


Dark cherry red hue. Rich aromas of black plums and cherry, herbs and cinnamon spice. A supple and textured palate, the nose follows through with even greater complexity and weight of fruit. Fine grained tannins balance with the youthful acidity. A wine of textures as much as taste, elegant and capable of complimenting many different food styles with rewarding pleasure.

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Schild Estate Moorooroo 2007

Barossa

The Schild family are amongst the most prominent growers in Barossa Valley, having planted their roots in 1952 when Ben Schild purchased the Three Springs Farm at Rowland Flat. Fruit for the stately Moorooroo super premium Shiraz is soured from the oldest commercial vineyard in Australia, the product of 160 years of viticulture in the Hundred of Moorooroo, just north of Jacob's Creek. Planted just eleven years after the foundation of South Australia in 1836, the ancient Moorooroo vines yield a wine that's very different to the modern style of Australian Shiraz.

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In 1846 William Jacob accompanied Colonel William Light on the Seven Special Surveys expedition to open up Adelaide's north. Jacob and his brother John claimed the rich alluvial junction of Jacob's Creek and the North Para River for future farming opportunities, which they began working shortly after. Moorooroo has been produced from the remaining rows of the original Shiraz plantings, saved from the vine pull of the mid 1980s by Ed Schild. Grapes are crushed and open fermented until dry. Moorooroo is then matured for twenty four months in a mix of new and prior use French oaks, followed by a minimal filtration and bottle ageing under the Schild cellars for a further two years.

Deep ruby red. Full of complex nuances, the nose shows leather and spice with well integrated fuit. An opulent rich style showing cherries and subtle oak. The flavours are generous, complex and very rewarding. Stylishly balanced from fruit grown to ancient 1847 Barossa vines, the intensity of character and flavour is displayed subtly in comparison to the other blockbuster styles. The sheer experience, the elegance of such a wine can only come from a commitment to quality. An understanding of a Shiraz of this calibre can only come from the opportunity to partake. For optimum drinking, please decant at least four hours before serving.

Schild Estate Riesling 2012

Barossa

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The Schild Estate vineyards are spread out over several unique mesoclimes and soils around Lyndoch and across the southern districts of Barossa Valley. Ed Schild purchased Tweedies Gully vineyard in 1977, noting that the prime location with its westerly aspect, high altitude and sandy loam soils, would be perfect for growing extra fine Riesling. Schild encapsulates the generous style that is purely Barossa. Good acidity with lean, clean characteristics, exhibiting the tight structure and profound expression of fruit which have brought Schild so much renown.

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The Schild name has a long history in the Barossa, dating back to 1952 when patriarch Ben Schild acquired his Three Springs Farm property at Rowland Flat. The unique tapestry of estate vineyards permits a wide range of varieties to be grown to their full potential and allows the team to craft wines that speak of honesty and drinkability. A combination of neutral yeast selection and fermentation in temperature controlled vessels maintains the aromatics and flavour depth of the fruit. Immediately after fermentation is complete, the wines are prepared for bottling. The whole process from vineyard to bottle is completed within six weeks to retain the freshest characteristics within the finished wine. Alcohol 12.5%


Clear bright colour with green hues. Lifted floral notes and enticing citrus aromas. Delicate florals on the front palate provide a generous depth of flavour. A well integrated citrus backbone on the back of the palate delivers freshness, clear direction and a nice taut structure. Well integrated and fine Riesling flavours throughout, before a fresh, crisp finish.

Schild Estate Semillon Sauvignon 2012

Barossa Adelaide Hills

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An assemblage of fruit from the superlative Schild Estate vineyards in the southern Barossa, with further components grown to good sites in the Adelaide Hils. Barossa Valley Semillon is identified internationally as a unique, delicate style of wine with aromatic qualities which are a reflection of the region. Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc is equally notable for it's arresting flavour profiles and sweetly pungent fruit. Together they coalesce into a daintily perfumed accord endowed with good fruit and green varietal flavours over a structure of drying slate minerality.

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The Schild family established their Barossa vineyards in 1952 and have since developed a reputation for consistency and quality in their approach to viticulture. Schild are style driven according to selection of vineyard, clonal stock and variety of fruit. Individual parcels are nurtured to produce wines of exceptional quality and finesse. It is the primary philosophy that minimal handling of the fruit at harvest and during the vinification produces better wines. Batches of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes are picked and kept separate throughout the vinification process. The final cépage is assembled to create a wine of balance, freshness and complexity.

Bright light straw with pale green hues. Fresh grass and vegetative characters on the nose over hints of tropical fruit, pear, citrus and hay. Ripe fruit flavours on the palate provide fresh vibrant primary varietal characters, cumquats and passionfruits, kiwis and nettle. The presence of well balanced acidity contributes to a clean, fresh finish, lingering on a texture of fine minerality. Enjoy with asparagus and bearnaise or crisp skin chicken caesar.

Schild Estate Shiraz 2010

Barossa

By one of the Barossa's most eminent international harbingers, a big hit in America for all the right reasons. Elegantly structured and seamless, the exploit of quality fruit and skilled winemaking. This vibrant, personable Shiraz is a true expression of Barossa generosity, an attractive full bodied palate with exceptional balance between oak and alcohol, acid and fruit.

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Schild Estate's reputation is built on a commitment to translating the unique tapestry of vineyards into wines that speak of honesty and drinkability. Schild's Shiraz is another fine example of a classic regional style sourced exclusively from vines grown toward the southern end of Barossa Valley and on the Schild Estate's Angus Brae site. Fully ripened grapes are harvested throughout the cool of night. After crushing the must is vinified in traditional open fermenters and given extended time on skins to carefully extract the full amount of colour, flavour and complexity. The wine is then treated to an extended maturation in a selection of new and prior use French and American oak hogsheads. Alcohol 14.5%

Vibrant, deep rich red colour. A nose of ripe cherries and plum, dark chocolates, christmas cake spice and vanillin undertones derived from the extended maturation in fine oak. A middle palate of vibrant, dark berry fruit is supported by clearly defined yet elegant tannin framework and some balanced acidity to provide structure and length. Long and lingering, bright, aromatic acids and a powerful intensity of fruit indicating a wine with ample complexity.

Schild Estate Sparkling Shiraz 2008

Barossa

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Satisfying the growing resurgence amongst enthusiasts of grand Barossa Shiraz, for fully flavoured robust sparkling red wines, Schild Estate are a boutique father to son estate which has been releasing editions of increasingly higher quality and rapidly growing international repute.

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The Schild Estate vineyards sprout Shiraz grown to vines planted by the earliest Barossa settlers. Slightly cooler than its northern neighbour, the southern end of the Barossa Valley is perfect for growing Shiraz vines capable of providing lush, generous fruit, ideal for the production of sparkling Shiraz. Parcels from the Angus Brae and Ahren's vineyards near Lyndoch are harvested in mid March each year, delivered to the crusher, destemmed and left on skins over several days for extraction. Juices are vinified in open top fermenters and allowed to develop for twelve months in older French and American hogsheads. The wine is then put through a secondary fermentation and doseaged prior to bottling. Approx 13.0%


Dark cherry red. Rich and inviting aromas of blackberry, dark plums, cherries, chocolate and licorice. Vibrant berry fruits and pepper spice are supported by a soft tannin structure with balanced acid and sweetness giving the wine a fine bead and creamy, elegant mouthfeel. Schild is an ultra fine example of a uniquely Australian winestyle, the finish is fresh, plush and lingering.

Schild Estate Unwooded Chardonnay 2011

Barossa

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A selection of the finest Chardonnay from Schild's extensive holdings in the Barossa, around a backbone of fruit grown to the original Three Springs Farm and a further component from the precious Schild estate property in the hundred of Moorooroo. Demonstrating the excellence which can be gained from vines planted to a higher altitude, closely managed for a harvest of lower yields. Dominated by an intriguing mix of tropical and temperate orchard characters, a pure expression of Barossa Chardonnay, in a refreshingly fruit driven, unoaked styling.

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The unique tapestry of Schild's vineyards allows the team to craft wines which are honesty and satisfying. Three Springs Farm is where the original Schild homestead is located. Situated on Steingarten Road at Rowland Flat, Three Springs sits at 380 metres above sea level. Vineyards at this altitude are traditionally much lower yielding than the Barossa Valley floor, producing higher quality fruit. Parcels of Chardonnay are fermented at low temperatures in tank to preserve fresh varietal expression and to achieve a bright fruit forward style, supported by a complex structure and full flavour development derived from extended lees contact post fermentation, bottled completely unoaked. Alcohol 13.0%


Pale gold with green hues. Lifted notes of banana and tropical fruit, guavas and a touch of lemongrass. Traces of stone fruit, apricots and young rock melon combine over a solid palate and fine taut structure, providing clear direction and balance. Ample flavours and good weight of fruit on the mid palate, fresh, crisp and extremely varietal without the use of any oak.

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In 1866 the Schild Family immigrated to Australia from Poland as part of the exodus from religious persecution

Johannes Hugo Bernhard (Ben) Schild, the father of Edgar (Ed) Schild heeded the work of his ancestors thus ensuring that the Schild family would have an impact in this new country. Ben Schild met his wife Freida Alma Schild nee Schutz in the early 1920s and began a family which consisted of eight children raised in the wilds of the Mallee country near the small pioneering town of Lameroo.

History, Style and Elegance goes back to the early 1950's, after 30 years of pioneer farming in the harsh Mallee region of South Australia, Ben Schild had a vision of settling down in the finest region in the state. In 1952 Ben Schild purchased the Three Springs Farm, which included a small vineyard in the Barossa Valley of Rowland Flat and began transforming it for sustainable viticulture.


Ed Schild took over the reins of the 40 acre property following his fathers passing in 1952. He steadily increased his holdings over time with clever acquisition and good management and the steadying assistance of his wife Lorraine, through some of the most depressing times in local viticulture, to what today comprises approximately 380 acres in the Barossa Valley. Today Ed's son Michael with assistance from his wife Kylie and a dedicated team is overseeing the management and development of the vineyards. Re-planting and re-development of older vineyards are a continuing goal in the evolution of quality viticulture Ed's daughters, Judy Watson and Leanne Chapman also contribute in professional capacities making sure that the bond of family involvement is strong. The Schild family is confident that the 6th Generation is just as dedicated to the betterment of the label as the current family employees. The first Schild Estate Wines produced in 1998, saw a total of 7 tonnes crushed making 450 cases. Since then the growth in production and quantity has been truly outstanding. "The Schild family is determined to continue the growth and success of their wine label and with good management and a stable foundation built on history and hard work this vision will be obtained and maintained".	The Schild Estate vineyards are endowed with Ancient Shiraz planted by the explorers of the Barossa region over 155 years ago. The extensive use of mulching, minimal intervention practices, minimal irrigation, permanent sod cultures and careful pruning methods have allowed for wines of distinctive characters to be produced. The Three Springs Farm Block is the original Schild family's estate. Situated on Steingarten Road at Rowland Flat, this vineyard sits at 380 metres above sea level. Harvesting of the fruit at optimum flavour ripeness in the vineyard is essential. A great deal of time is spent in each individual vineyard assessing the fruit for desired varietal flavours and quality.
The Schild's Moorooroo Vineyard was originally owned by the Jacob brothers and planted to viticulture to value add the already extensive agriculture holdings. Original planting on this site dates back to the late 1840s. Located 4 km north of the Lyndoch Township, the relatively young Angus Brae Vineyard is managed to suite the soil profile and terroir ensuring premium fruit is produced. The 40 acres at Gogoll's Vineyard were formerly grazing and broad acre farming, and were replanted to vine production. The Schild family purchased this land in 1990, and found this site to be ideal for planting two varieties Semillon and Cabernet Sauvignon. Hausler's Vineyard was planted up to 30 years ago, this vineyard is located at the base of the Barossa foothills 5km east of Lyndoch. Ahrens' Vineyard was originally used as broad acre farming, the Schild family purchased this 80 acre property in 1995.

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