Adelaide Hills, South Australia
Corey Ryan
12.5%
Fruit for this Pinot Gris was crushed and then left for three hours on skins before pressing to achieve desirable phenolics and texture. It was fermented cool and then matured on yeast lees for 7 months in stainless steel to encourage mid palate texture.
The Little Giant Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris is bright and expressive, offering aromas of pear, white nectarine and subtle citrus blossom. The palate is fresh and textured, with flavours of crisp apple, stone fruit and a hint of spice. Gentle acidity provides balance and drive, leading to a clean, refreshing finish.
Adelaide Hills, South Australia
Corey Ryan
13.0%
Sourced from vineyards located in the Adelaide Hills, planted to a mix of Bernard and Davis clone. Hand picked, whole bunch pressed straight to oak where it was fermented on full solids. This wine spent 3 months on yeast lees and six months in large format old French oak barrels.
The Little Giant Adelaide Hills Chardonnay shows fresh aromas of citrus blossom, white peach, and a touch of toasted almond. It’s crisp and lively on the palate, with bright lemon and green apple flavours balanced by a subtle mineral edge. A fresh and elegant wine that really captures the cool, refreshing character of the Adelaide Hills.
Adelaide Hills, South Australia
Corey Ryan
13.5%
Sourced from vineyards located in the Adelaide Hills, fruit planted to warmer sites are combined with later ripening sites to deliver complex characters, freshness and with breadth of ripe fruit flavours. Handpicked, whole bunch pressed straight to oak where it was fermented on full solids with intermittent stirring and malolactic fermentation. This wine spent 7 months in varying French oak formats before bottling with minimal fining and filtration.
The Little Giant Adelaide Hills Chardonnay displays enticing aromas of golden peach, pineapple, vanillin oak and a touch of caramel that lead into a generous palate with excellent weight and a buttery mouthfeel. Juicy acidity lifts the richness and buttery texture, making this wine both vibrant and effortlessly drinkable.
South Australia
Corey Ryan
13%
From premium vineyards in South Australia, grapes were hand picked then fermented with a small portion of whole bunch (about 5%) for complexity. The wine was then transferred to 600ltr barrels for maturation, a portion of which had seen 30% new oak.
The Little Giant Pinot Noir is bright and expressive, with aromas of red cherry, raspberry and subtle floral notes. The palate is silky and medium-bodied, offering vibrant red fruit flavours layered with hints of spice and soft, earthy undertones. Fine tannins and fresh acidity give the wine structure and balance, leading to a smooth, elegant finish.
South Australia
Corey Ryan
12.6%
Gamay was sourced from premium South Australian vineyards, the grapes were hand-picked and fermented with around 5% whole bunches to enhance complexity. The wine was then matured in 600L barrels, with approximately 30% new oak and the remainder aged in seasoned oak.
Juicy, fragrant and expressive. Aromas and flavours of red cherry, raspberry and strawberries. Medium bodied in weight, Little Giant Gamay is an energetic wine with lovely complexity and a refreshing finish.
McLaren Vale, South Australia
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Little Giant Grenache was crafted from a combination of older and younger vine Grenache vineyards within Seaview and Willunga. Small 3-5 tonne batches of high quality hand-picked fruit were fermented separately in open top fermenters. Minimal daily plunging ensued to gently build colour and the tannin profile without over extraction before being transferred partially to older oak and the remainder to stainless steel tank for maturation prior to blending and bottling.
The Little Giant Grenache is vibrant and juicy, bursting with red cherry, raspberry, and hints of wild strawberry. Subtle notes of spice, dried herbs, and earthy undertones add complexity to the plush, medium-bodied palate. Fine tannins and bright acidity carry through to a smooth, lingering finish.
South Australia
Corey Ryan
13.5%
Grapes were sorted both at harvesting in the vineyard and later on arrival at the winery before full de-stemming. Fruit was fermented in open stainless steel tanks at a cool temperature with hand plunging for seven to ten days. Primarily matured in stainless steel with around 20% matured in seasoned French oak.
Dark berry aromas complemented by floral hints and a subtle sweet tobacco influence that is so typical of the variety. The palate is bursting with juicy black fruits, a touch of oak and a soft easy-going tannin structure making it perfect for any kind of barbecued meats.
Adelaide Hills, South Australia
Corey Ryan
14%
Sourced from premium Adelaide Hills vineyards, fruit was crushed before moving to large open top fermenters. Wine was left on skins to build colour before starting fermentation. Once bone-dry, the wine was pressed to a mixture of both new and used oak for 9 months to soften the texture and build complexity.
The Little Giant Adelaide Hills Merlot offers inviting aromas of red berries, plum, and a hint of soft spice. On the palate, it’s smooth and approachable, with juicy cherry and raspberry flavours balanced by gentle tannins. A fresh and easy-drinking wine that shows the bright, fruit-driven style of the Adelaide Hills.
South Australia
Corey Ryan
13.5%
All the fruit was picked during the early morning to retain colour and flavour retention and then crushed and fermented for a period of up to 10 days. Following primary fermentation the wine was pressed off into a small parcel of new but mostly into older oak for malolactic fermentation and maturation where it was held for a period of 10 months prior to blending and bottling.
This exceptional South Australian Tempranillo, boasts refreshing and true-to-varietal characteristics, with enticing red berry aromas accented by hints of cherry and spice. The palate is soft, featuring bright acidity and a lingering finish.
Coonawarra, South Australia
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Sourced from two vineyards that were planted with one on black and the other on red soils of the famed Coonawarra. All the fruit was picked during the early morning to retain colour and flavour retention and then crushed and fermented for a period of up to 10 days. Following primary fermentation, the wine was pressed off into a small parcel of new but mostly into older oak for malolactic fermentation and maturation where it was held for a period of 10 months prior to blending and bottling.
Deep, inky magenta in colour, this Cabernet offers an expressive nose of tobacco leaf, warm spice, blackberry, dark chocolate, mint, cassis and well-integrated oak. The palate is seamless and focused, with bright energy and mouth watering acidity carrying through to firm yet fine tannins, delivering impressive structure and length.
South Australia
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Little Giant Shiraz is crafted from fruit sourced from select premium vineyards of both the Barossa Valley and Eden Valley. Picked in the cool of the morning to retain freshness, the fruit is de-stemming and fermented in stainless steel tanks. The wine then spent nine months in used large format French and American oak barrels to build structure whilst softening the palate and develop flavour complexity without overt extraction of oak characters.
The Little Giant is a modern take on Barossa Shiraz displaying elegance and freshness derived from the cool climate Eden Valley fruit components. Blackberry and dark chocolate fill the glass with the wine’s maturation in older oak adding licks of vanilla and cedar. The finish is soft and vibrant with fine silky tannins. Pair with hearty dishes and red meats.
Barossa, South Australia
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Don’t let the size or ABV% fool you, this Mid-Strength offering from Little Giant stays true to the region and delivers a wine experience to rival traditional wines. Picked in the cool of the morning to retain freshness, the fruit is de-stemming and fermented in stainless steel tanks. A small component of the blend is cool distilled whilst another undergoes ultra-membrane filtration. With very gentle handling, these components are masterfully blended back into the original parcel of wine to arrive at a well-integrated, lighter finished ABV. The wine post fermentation & blending spends the following three months maturing in stainless steel and 25% in second-use oak before bottling.
This is a contemporary Barossa Shiraz having spent maturation time in older oak adding subtle vanilla and chocolate nuances. There’s softness on the finish and with its moderate alcohol is perfect for the luncheon occasion to partner many red meat cuisines or a Sunday BBQ!
Mount Benson, South Australia
Corey Ryan
13%
Harvested at night to ensure freshness and acidity in fruit. The grapes were then gently pressed and saw cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks to ensure aromatics and freshness in the wine.
The Southerly cool climate of Mount Benson creates a fresh and lifted wine with pure varietal flavours or pear, apples and spice building to an impressively generous mid-palate, before a crisp dry finish.
South Australia
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Little Giant Single Vineyard Shiraz is crafted from fruit sourced from a select premium vineyard in the Light Pass region of the Barossa Valley. Picked in the cool of the morning to retain freshness, the fruit is de-stemmed before fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The wine then spent nine months in used large format French and American oak barrels to build structure whilst softening the palate and developing flavour complexity without overt extraction of oak characters.
Rich and inviting, with aromas of blackberry, warm spice, vanillin oak and dark chocolate. The palate is plush and concentrated, supported by layers of polished tannins that carry through to a long, sumptuous finish.
Adelaide Hills, South Australia
Corey Ryan
13.5%
Sourced from a single established vineyard in the Adelaide Hills. The sheltered aspect and consistent temperatures combine to ensure the retention of natural acidity in the elegant fruit harvested. Hand-picked before de-stemming and fermentation in a combination of two tonne open fermenters with ten percent whole bunch with twice daily hand plunging. Pressed to small used French oak barrels where the wine matured for 6 months before bottling with minimal fining, filtration.
Youthfully expressed and brightly fragrant - sweet cherry, violet and warm spice aromas, it’s juicy and beautifully rounded in the mouth offering soothing texture and fine tannins.
Coonawarra, South Australia
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Fruit sourced from a single vineyard planted to both Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz was destemmed and crushed to stainless steel fermenters where it underwent an extended maceration on skins to ensure colour. Each ferment was plunged and pumped over daily to extract flavour and tannin. The wine was then aged in a mix of stainless steel and old oak.
Lifted aromatics, dark berried fruit and defined structure of Cabernet Sauvignon is complemented by the ripe opulence and spice of Shiraz to create a complex and balanced wine.
Coonawarra, South Australia
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Sourced from a single vineyard planted on the famed Terra Rossa soil of Coonawarra. All the fruit was picked during the early morning to retain colour and flavour retention and then crushed and fermented for a period of up to 10 days. Following primary fermentation the wine was pressed off into a small parcel of new but mostly into older oak for malolactic fermentation and maturation where it was held for a period of 10 months prior to blending and bottling.
Expressive on the nose, showing cassis, toasty oak, olive and warm spice aromas, leading to a wonderfully weighted palate that's plump and flavoursome. Richly textured and mouth filling. Structured, fine, chalky tannins with a nice long finish.
Coonawarra, South Australia
Corey Ryan
18.0%
A classic NV Tawny aged for three years in old oak. It’s a youthful style, fresh and vibrantwith everything that is loved about a fortified except for the heaviness. A modern style Tawny, true to the type. It has been prepared for approachability and enjoyment now, and will also last for many years
to come.
A wine to serve after dinner that will leave a ‘Giant’ impression on your palate. The Little Giant Tawny is as warm and comforting as a hug from a wombat. As with all our Little Giant range, this wine relies on freshness and flavour. This NV tawny is everything we love about this style. A heady nose of fragrant raisin fruit with complexing nuances of caramel and toffee. It finishes long with good depth of concentration and cleansing acidity.
Adelaide Hills, South Australia
100% Nebbiolo
Corey Ryan
13.0%
Grapes were crushed and de-stemmed then transferred to tank. Fermented over a ten day period with regular pumpovers to aid colour and tannin extraction from the skins. After being pressed the wine was transferred to oak for a minimum of 6 months.
A balanced and expressive Nebbiolo, bright tart cherry with exotic spice of sandalwood and cloves, tannins are sandy and fine. Fresh and full of bright character, whilst delivering power and intensity in an approachable way.
Barossa Valley, South Australia
55% Cabernet Sauvignon,
45% Malbec
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Sourced from a vineyard on the Western Boundary of the Barossa Valley, famous for growing rich and well-structured wines. Matured for 4 months in 300 litre hogshead barrels before being blended and bottled.
The Little Giant Little Batch Barossa Cabernet Malbec is rich and full-bodied, showcasing vibrant aromas of dark berries, cassis and violet. The palate delivers layers of blackcurrant, plum and chocolate, with hints of spice. Firm yet approachable tannins provide structure, leading to a long, smooth finish with impressive depth and balance.
Clare Valley, South Australia
55% Shiraz,
45% Malbec
Corey Ryan
14.5%
A classic Clare Valley blend where Malbec seems to thrive. Malbec is a variety that loves Clare and its soils, the daily warmth and cool evenings during harvest. Minimal time in oak barrels of up to 3 months. The essence of this blended wine is to showcase youthful Malbec fruits with its vibrancy and freshness.
The brooding Malbec is softened by the addition of juicy Shiraz. Bright, thick skinned and slightly tannic Malbec is enhanced by a judicious splash of fragrant, blue and red berried spicy Shiraz. The palate is full bodied and packed with flavour with a great deal of weight and concentration on the long finish. Good drinking now but certain to improve with careful cellaring. Look no further than pairing it with roast lamb.
Barossa Valley, South Australia
100% Montepulciano
Corey Ryan
14.0%
Single estate fruit was picked in the cool of the morning to retain freshness, the fruit was then de-stemmed and fermented in open top stainless steel vats. The wine then spent six months in 10% new French oak barrels with the remainder aged in older oak, helping to build structure whilst softening the palate and develop flavour complexity without overt extraction of oak characters.
We love to call this the Little Batch of ‘Monte’. Fabulously ripe and fragrant, the bouquet presents dark plum, raspberry, floral, and subtle spice aromas, leading to a succulent palate that offers excellent weight and a plump mouthfeel. Splendidly structured by polished tannins, making it robust yet silky and flavoursome.
Barossa Valley, South Australia
75% Grenache,
25% Tempranillo
Corey Ryan
14.5%
The Grenache is a blend of two vineyards, one from Rowland Flat and the other from Vine Vale. Rowland Flat provides the structure, Vine Vale on sands provides the aromatics. The Tempranillo is sourced from Light Pass from a 25-year-old vineyard. All of the wine was matured in large 500L oak barrels for 15 months prior to being blended and bottled.
Fruit forward juicy grenache is complemented by the distinctive tannins of Tempranillo making for a very approachable blend. The two varieties work seamlessly together, the Grenache provides spice and aromatic lift, while the Tempranillo ensures savoury characters and textural complexity to the palate.
McLaren Vale, South Australia
85% Shiraz,
15% Mataro
Corey Ryan
14.0%
Sourced from a highly valued vineyard on the Willunga foothills of McLaren Vale, facing north westerly. The vineyard grows highly prized fruit for many of the top McLaren Vale producers. Matured for 4 months in large oak 500 litre barrels the wine was then blended and bottled.
This McLaren Vale Shiraz is wonderfully fruited and inviting, the bouquet shows blackberry, rich floral, game, clove, and nutmeg aromas. The palate delivers excellent weight and plump mouthfeel, wonderfully framed by layers of fine-grained tannins, finishing robust and flavoursome.
Barossa Valley, South Australia
100% Shiraz
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Siegersdorf Vineyards in the Barossa Valley is a sustainably managed, dry-grown vineyard on the valley floor of the Barossa. The vineyard’s soil, valley floor climate and east-west row orientation ensures a warm site with afternoon sun for ripening full-flavoured fruit. The vines’ 105 year-old age means they are low-yielding, producing superb fruit concentration and flavour. 100% hand-picked, the fruit was naturally fermented in an open top fermenter for 22 days with only hand and foot plunging.
The wine was matured in large French oak puncheons for 18 months before being blended and bottled without fining or filtrations.
Deep and brooding black, purple and blue fruits with layers of complexity and concentration. A multitude of mouth filling flavours pulled in line with fine integrated oak and tannins. Delicious in the short-term and will age gracefully longer term.
Barossa Valley, South Australia
100% Shiraz
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Crane’s Range Vineyard was established as dry grown, therefore the vines have deep roots, ensuring they can sustain dry conditions. Their 85-year-old-age means the vines are low-yielding and produce superb fruit concentrated in flavour. 100% hand-picked, the fruit was naturally fermented in an open top fermenter with only hand and foot plunging. The wine was matured in large oak French puncheons for 18 months before being blended and bottled without finings or filtrations.
Concentrated red berry fruits and blood plum aromas arrive immediately with vanilla bean and cedar wood in support. A mouth-filling wine that somehow remains light in the mouth. Lovely now and will certainly reward longer term cellaring.
Eden Valley, South Australia
100% Shiraz
Corey Ryan
14.5%
Like the 85yo Vines, this wine is sourced from the dry-grown Crane’s vineyard in the Eden Valley, albeit from a plot planted a few decades later and ageing 50 years in age. Fruit was 100% hand-picked to ensure quality and no damage to this historic vineyard before being crushed and fermented in open top fermenters. Fruit was plunged daily by hand to promote colour and complexity. Matured in large French oak for 18 months before bottling without fining or filtration.
Concentrated red fruit, ground spices and a touch of vanilla from oak ageing. Rich and robust on the palate with great intensity and balance. Enjoy now, or cellar with confidence.