Clarendon Hills
Astralis Syrah
McLaren Vale
2011
Vintage
Varietal
Syrah
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2017-2030), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2030, with a drinking horizon to 2037.
The ‘11 Astralis Syrah.
Clarendon Hills Astralis Syrah 2011 is from McLaren Vale, Australia.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Clarendon Hills' 2011 Astralis should offer McLaren Vale Syrah aromas of blackberry, dark cherry and cracked pepper, with a savory note. Expect a powerful, richly textured palate, where firm tannins create a substantial frame and acidity lifts the dark fruit. The peak period extends to 2030, while the drinking window runs through 2037. Its long finish should gradually reveal spice and earthy tones after the berry, leaving a measured, dry impression.
The 2011 vintage
Clarendon Hills' 2011 Astralis Syrah comes from McLaren Vale, Australia.
About Clarendon Hills
Clarendon Hills' Astralis Syrah comes from McLaren Vale, Australia.
From the cellar: pair with
Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised short ribs with truffle polenta
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged Comté with quince paste
The pairing leaves room for the wine's moderate tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Clarendon Hills Astralis Syrah 2011?
Clarendon Hills Astralis Syrah 2011 is from McLaren Vale, Australia.
When should Clarendon Hills Astralis Syrah 2011 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2015-2037. Within that arc, the peak window is 2017-2030. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Clarendon Hills Astralis Syrah 2011?
Pair this wine with Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter; Braised short ribs with truffle polenta; or Aged Comté with quince paste.