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Geyer Ulooloo Syrah 2022

Old-vine Eden Valley Syrah with a remarkable sense of place. Geyer Wine Co Ulooloo Syrah 2022 comes from a high, east-southeast-facing vineyard on decomposing granite in the eastern Eden Valley. Winemaker Dave Geyer's restrained approach preserves the fruit's natural energy, savoury spice and fine structure.

Dark berry fruit meets mint, eucalyptus and Rhône-like herbs, with fresh acidity and a stony, mineral-like edge. The grapes were hand harvested, destemmed, fermented with gentle plunging and matured for a year in older French oak.

This is an intriguing alternative to richer Barossa Shiraz, with the freshness to enjoy after a decant today and the backbone to reward careful cellaring.

2022 | Eden Valley | Shiraz

Description

Old-vine Eden Valley Syrah with a remarkable sense of place. Geyer Wine Co Ulooloo Syrah 2022 comes from a high, east-southeast-facing vineyard on decomposing granite in the eastern Eden Valley. Winemaker Dave Geyer's restrained approach preserves the fruit's natural energy, savoury spice and fine structure.

Dark berry fruit meets mint, eucalyptus and Rhône-like herbs, with fresh acidity and a stony, mineral-like edge. The grapes were hand harvested, destemmed, fermented with gentle plunging and matured for a year in older French oak.

This is an intriguing alternative to richer Barossa Shiraz, with the freshness to enjoy after a decant today and the backbone to reward careful cellaring.

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Geyer Wine Co Ulooloo Syrah 2022 wine bottle, Eden Valley Shiraz from an organically managed vineyard
  • Geyer Wine Co Ulooloo Syrah 2022 wine bottle, Eden Valley Shiraz from an organically managed vineyard
Geyer Wine Co Ulooloo Syrah 2022 wine bottle, Eden Valley Shiraz from an organically managed vineyard

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The Wine in 20 Seconds

A beautifully individual Eden Valley Syrah from Dave Geyer. Old vines on decomposing granite produce dark berries, wild herbs and fine mineral tension. Organically managed fruit, older French oak and a generous decant show what makes Ulooloo 2022 special.

The Wine

Geyer Ulooloo Syrah 2022 combines the depth of old Syrah vines with the high-altitude freshness of the eastern Eden Valley. Dave Geyer's restrained winemaking puts the granitic site and savoury fruit character first.

Colour

Deep purple-red with a dark, vibrant core.

Nose

Dark berry fruit meets a subtle lift of mint and eucalyptus, with Northern Rhône-like wild herbs, spice and a gently earthy undertone.

Palate

Richly flavoured but not cumbersome, combining dark fruit, fresh natural acidity and firm, finely drawn tannins. A stony, granitic edge and savoury herbs lend shape to the long, mineral-like finish.

Why We Love This Wine

I selected Geyer Ulooloo because it's a different way to experience the Syrah grape. The high Eden Valley site, granitic soils and measured use of old oak create a wine with depth but also freshness and savoury detail. It's a bottle I especially like recommending to customers who want a little more individuality from their Shiraz.

Matt Wine Simple

The Perfect Pour

Cellaring for Geyer Ulooloo Syrah 2022

Cellaring

Enjoy now after a generous decant to reveal the dark fruit, herb and mineral characters, or cellar carefully for additional savoury and textural complexity. The producer's existing guidance suggests up to approximately ten years of development from the 2022 vintage.
Decanting for Geyer Ulooloo Syrah 2022

Decanting

Allow a generous 1–2 hours in a decanter for this structured, high-site Syrah. The extra air helps the darker fruit and savoury mineral notes become more expressive.
Food Pairing for Geyer Ulooloo Syrah 2022

Food Pairing

Chargrilled steak, sliced porterhouse or sirloin makes an excellent match for the wine's dark fruit, herbal spice and firm tannins. Slow-cooked lamb or mushroom dishes also work well.
Serving Temperature for Geyer Ulooloo Syrah 2022

Serving Temperature

16–18°C

Vintage & Winemaking

Winemaker's Notes
Winemaker Dave Geyer's 2022 Ulooloo Syrah comes from an old Shiraz vineyard on an east-southeast-facing slope in the eastern Eden Valley. Its decomposing granitic soils and elevated, airy setting contribute to fine natural acidity and a stony, mineral-like palate. The vineyard is dry farmed and has been managed organically, with livestock grazing between the rows and occasional sulphur for fungal control. Formal finished-wine organic certification has not been independently verified.

For the 2022 release, hand-picked fruit was destemmed, fermented and plunged for about 14 days, then pressed into older French oak hogsheads and puncheons for one year. The wine was settled in stainless steel for about two months before bottling. The producer emphasises minimal handling and preservation of vineyard detail.
Vintage Conditions

Dave Geyer's notes describe a mild, relatively wet winter followed by temperate spring and summer conditions in 2022. The Ulooloo site sits sufficiently far east in Eden Valley that its vineyard escaped the spring hail events affecting some other sites.

Cool summer conditions and low overnight temperatures supported gradual flavour development and natural acidity. The winemaker harvested with freshness and structure in mind, balancing Syrah's depth of fruit with finely drawn tannins.

Technical Details
Wine: Geyer Wine Co Ulooloo Syrah 2022
Winemaker: Dave Geyer
Vintage: 2022
Variety: Syrah / Shiraz
Region: Eastern Eden Valley, South Australia, Australia
Vineyard: Older, east-southeast-facing vineyard on decomposing granite
Farming: Dry farmed; organically managed, but bottled-wine certification not verified
Bottle: 750mL
Harvest: Hand picked, destemmed
Fermentation: Approximately 14 days of plunging
Maturation: One year in older French hogsheads and puncheons
Finishing: Approximately two months settling in stainless steel
Closure: Cork, reported by 2022-vintage retailer
Drinking: Enjoy now after a 1–2 hour decant or cellar for medium term
Contains sulphites; verify individual bottle details
Further Information About This Wine
Geyer Ulooloo Syrah 2022 comes from a highly individual vineyard on the eastern edge of Eden Valley. The site has old Syrah vines, decomposing granite soils and an east-southeast exposure that moderates ripening. Its dry-farmed, organically managed approach and natural airflow contribute to balanced fruit with freshness and character.

Dave Geyer worked the fruit with gentle plunging and a year in old French oak rather than relying on heavy new oak extraction. His winemaking aims to keep the vineyard's dark fruit, wild herb aromas, savoury detail and fresh acidity in clear focus.

The 2022 is a compelling bottle for customers who enjoy Syrah with texture, structure and a distinctly cool, granitic edge. It is not an everyday, richly sweet Barossa Shiraz.

People, Place & Variety

Grapevines in front of a historic stone church in the Eden Valley wine region

Wine Region

Eden Valley is one of South Australia's most distinguished cool-climate wine regions, known for fragrant Riesling and structured, age-worthy reds. Its elevation, cool nights and diverse ancient geology offer a different expression from the warmer Barossa Valley floor.

Ulooloo is sourced from an eastern Eden Valley site with decomposing granitic soils. That setting helps explain its combination of dark berry fruit, lifted herbal detail, natural acidity and a distinctive mineral-like structure.

Clusters of ripe dark Shiraz (Syrah) wine grapes on the vine

Variety

Syrah is the same grape known widely as Shiraz in Australia. In cooler or elevated sites it can show dark berries, pepper, mint, wild herbs and fresh acidity, often with firmer, more angular tannins than rich warm-region styles.

Geyer Ulooloo Syrah 2022 highlights that side of the variety: depth of fruit framed by savoury herbs, granitic tension and old French oak.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Geyer Ulooloo Syrah 2022 grown?

The fruit comes from an older vineyard on the eastern side of Eden Valley, South Australia, with decomposing granitic soils.

Who makes Ulooloo Syrah?

Winemaker Dave Geyer makes the wine under his independent Geyer Wine Co label.

Is Syrah the same grape as Shiraz?

Yes. Both names refer to the same grape; Syrah often describes a more savoury, floral and restrained style.

What does the 2022 Ulooloo taste like?

Expect dark berries, mint, eucalyptus and wild herbs, with fresh acidity, firm tannins and mineral-like tension.

Is Ulooloo Syrah an organic wine?

The vineyard is described as organically managed and dry farmed. Formal certification of the finished bottled wine has not been independently confirmed.

Does Geyer Ulooloo Syrah need decanting?

Yes. A 1–2 hour decant is recommended to open the dark fruit, savoury herbs and firm structure.

Can it be cellared?

Yes. It is drinking well with air now and the producer's guidance suggests medium-term development over roughly ten years from the 2022 vintage.

What food suits this Syrah?

Chargrilled porterhouse, sirloin, slow-cooked lamb and savoury mushroom dishes work well with its firm tannins and herbal complexity.

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