This is a good entry level Canberra shiraz. Softly made, no hints of under ripeness (which you can occasionally see in collector wines), red fruit spectrum. Almost Pinot like in colour & weight. Drink now - 2025 for me.
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Canberra districts whistlestop tour; 8/14/2020-8/15/2020 (Canberra Districts): Slightly savoury, meaty, elements; almost bretty (oddly enough), black pepper, earth, black fruit is a little muted, toast and a smidge of volatile acidity. Juicy acidity on the palate, black pepper, an almost smoky note, tight grippy tannins close things down a little but the flavours do persist here. With time a little ripe red cherry lozenge on both the nose and palate, time for the tannins but concerns over the VA...
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3/25/2021 - brodien wrote: 91 Points
This is a good entry level Canberra shiraz. Softly made, no hints of under ripeness (which you can occasionally see in collector wines), red fruit spectrum. Almost Pinot like in colour & weight. Drink now - 2025 for me.
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8/14/2020 - chatters wrote:
Canberra districts whistlestop tour; 8/14/2020-8/15/2020 (Canberra Districts): Slightly savoury, meaty, elements; almost bretty (oddly enough), black pepper, earth, black fruit is a little muted, toast and a smidge of volatile acidity. Juicy acidity on the palate, black pepper, an almost smoky note, tight grippy tannins close things down a little but the flavours do persist here. With time a little ripe red cherry lozenge on both the nose and palate, time for the tannins but concerns over the VA...
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9/10/2019 - CamWheeler wrote: 90 Points
Negociants Australia New Release Tasting 2019: Bright florals, raspberry, blueberry and a touch of smoke. Juicy palate with peppery spice weaved in. Nicely done!
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