The region of Strathbogie Ranges is located northeast of Melbourne, in an elevated and cooler climate, characterised by ancient granite boulders. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks using cultured yeast, maturation was done with 40% American oak and 60% French oak in all new barrels. It also spent some time maturing in older 300 litre hogshead barrels. This Shiraz is dark purple in colour and opens up with aromas of dark plums, blackberry/blueberry jam, burnt sugar, eucalyptus and savoury notes. On the palate, full bodied (with alcohol coming in at 15%), rich and creamy mouthfeel, fresh acidity and fine grained tannins. This wine finish is long, slightly sweet with flavours of stewed fruit, eucalyptus, pepper and savoury notes lingering. This wine is better served slightly chilled, around 16-17 C, its gives the wine a more creamy mouthfeel, tames the alcohol and improves fruitiness. Definitely lots of toasty oak on this shiraz, but not over done, overall very good. I know that this wine will appeal to many of of my friends. Recommended to people who enjoy this style, and at this price a good value. Score 89 points.
This wine was purchased February 4, 2011 LCBO New Release (265967) at $19.95
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