Founded by former mechanical engineer Rick Kinzbrunner in 1982, Giaconda is a small, prestigious estate in Beechworth, Victoria. After studying at UC Davis and working at top wineries in Napa, Sonoma, and Bordeaux (including Château Pétrus), Rick returned to Australia and began crafting wines that reflect his global experience and deep passion. The 4-hectare estate focuses on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz, with a separate Nebbiolo planting at nearby Red Hill.

Today, Rick is joined by his son Nathan, who serves as Assistant Winemaker and General Business Manager. Giaconda is renowned for its meticulous winemaking and expressive, terroir-driven wines.

Winemaker Notes

A beautifully elevated bouquet of satsuma plums, violets, briar, black pepper and wood spice overlays the dark recess of earthy sous-bois, coal dust and graphite. The palate is round and rolling with wild berry fruits, exotic spices and perfectly framed by silky fine grain tannins. The oak is a subtle bystander, hiding in the shadows. This is a very clear reminder of just how complex and aromatic shiraz can be when grown under the right conditions. Giaconda