Having set out to make a mid-weight style of shiraz that shows definitive regional typicity, we’re very pleased with the result. With moderate alcohol and very supple oak influence, Barossa dark fruits and black chocolate characters rise to the fore, it’s generous and appealing, with soft, fine powdery tannins and lovely length of flavour. Enjoyable immediately upon release and will cellar comfortably for 5-7 years. Winemaker: Chris Hancock
Awards and Accolades
2014 Vintage: 94 Points - James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion "Supple oak influence, Barossa dark fruits and black chocolate characters rise to the fore, it's generous and appealing, with soft, fine powdery tannins and lovely length of flavour. focused, succulent and approachable showing flavours of dry spice, plum and brambles with finely structured tannin and superb length."
From the Winery
Harvested at ideal ripeness from a number of vineyards across the length and breadth of the Barossa (including both the Barossa and Eden Valleys). Fermented on skins for 7-12 days in closed fermenters at moderate temperatures ranging from 12-26 degrees celcius. A very moderate oak regime, comprising 25 per cent new and the rest older, French oak, for 9-12 months.
Having set out to make a mid-weight style of shiraz that shows definitive regional typicity, we’re very pleased with the result. With moderate alcohol and very supple oak influence, Barossa dark fruits and black chocolate characters rise to the fore, it’s generous and appealing, with soft, fine powdery tannins and lovely length of flavour. Enjoyable immediately upon release and will cellar comfortably for 5-7 years.
Technicals
pH 3.58 TA 6.59 g/L RS 0 g/L
Don't Pay: $28.00
WBW Rating: 94/100
Closure: Stelvin
Region: Barossa Valley, SA
Winemaker: Chris Hancock
Drink now until: 2023
Alc/Vol: 14 %