Tiberius
McLaren Vale Shiraz
In the pantheon of Curtis Winery, Tiberius stands as our emperor—a tribute to the noble Roman lineage that began our family's winemaking journey over 500 years ago. This is not merely our flagship Shiraz; it is the embodiment of everything we've learned, every vintage we've weathered, and every vine we've tended with reverence and precision.
Named for the great Roman emperor who valued tradition and excellence, Tiberius represents the convergence of old-world wisdom and new-world terroir. From our most treasured vineyard blocks, where 60-year-old Shiraz vines have weathered decades of McLaren Vale seasons, this wine captures the very essence of our estate's character and the remarkable vintage that wine critics are already calling legendary.
The Legacy When Paolo Curtis first planted vines on papal lands in 1499, he could hardly have imagined that his descendants would one day craft wines on the terra rossa soils of McLaren Vale. Yet the same reverence for the land, the same patient pursuit of excellence, flows through every bottle of Tiberius. This wine carries forward not just our family name, but our unwavering commitment to creating something truly exceptional—a wine worthy of the Curtis legacy and the ancient vines that produce it.
98 points - Sam Kim - Wine Orbit - Vintage 2021
95 points - Campbell Mattinson - Vintage 2021
95 points - Ken Gargett - Wine Pilot - Vintage 2021
92 points - Ned Goodwin MW - Vintage 2021
90 points - Cyndal Petty Wine Orbit - Vintage 2021
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What makes Curtis wines a great choice for weddings?Our wines offer premium quality at accessible prices, crafted to impress a wide range of palates—perfect for large gatherings and celebrations.
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Is your GSM wine available for purchase online or only at the cellar door?Our GSM wines are available both online and at selected stockists locally and internationally.
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What makes Curtis Family Vineyards one of the best local wineries in McLaren Vale?Curtis Family Vineyards combines generations of Italian winemaking heritage with premium McLaren Vale terroir, offering award-winning wines and a personalized tasting experience and that's how it produces the best Australian Wines as well as considered the best Local wineries in McLaren Vale.
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Do you offer local wine tastings or tours at the vineyard?Yes, wine tasting tours are available by appointment and can be tailored to private groups, wedding parties, or events.
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What is a GSM blend, and do you produce one at Curtis Family Vineyards?A GSM blend is a red wine made from Grenache, Shiraz, and Mourvèdre. Yes, Curtis Family Vineyards offers a bold and well-balanced GSM that reflects the character of McLaren Vale.