2005 Shiraz

VINTAGE
This was a very good vintage with warm dry conditions throughout March and April providing very favourable fruit flavours with excellent natural acid & balance.

WINEMAKING
The Shiraz was harvested when the grapes were a little riper due to the warm weather experienced in the region. Fermentation on the skins was carried out for 7 days to retain generous flavours and structure.

COLOUR
Intense red / purple in colour.

BOUQUET
A warm wonderful combination of spice and white pepper and typical varietal Shiraz characters on the nose.

PALATE
This Coonawarra wine is a wonderful medium to full bodied Shiraz with a hint of oak. Displaying typical Shiraz fruit flavours with a touch of black pepper and spice. Excellent balances of French and American oak and raspberry fruit combine for a lingering smooth finish.

SUGGESTED FOOD
Enjoy with venison and duck dishes or fine cheeses.

CELLARING
Drinking well now to 2010.

AWARDS
BLUE GOLD & Top 100 GOLD :2007 Sydney International Wine Show
BRONZE: 2007 Melbourne Wine Show
BRONZE: 2007 Royal Queensland Wine Show
BRONZE: 2007 Cowra Wine Show
BRONZE: 2006 San Francisco Wine Competition
BRONZE: 2006 Cowra Wine Show
4 Stars: "Best Buy" 2008/2009 Winestate Magazine