*** Decanter World Wine Awards Silver ***

Country: Australia Region: Riverina

Varietal: Shiraz

Appearance
Bright crimson with ruby hues.

Bouquet
Fresh berry fruits integrating well with a touch of spice and vanillin oak.

Palate
A medium bodied Shiraz that shows vibrant redcurrants and dark cherry flavours, showing a hint of sweetness.  Smooth, soft oak tannins finishing with peppery spice.

Suggested Cuisine
Char grilled meats, pizza or antipasto.

General Characteristics
Dry / Medium Bodied

Vintage Conditions
2013 saw low rainfall in spring with January being quite dry and warm.  The dry weather allowed fruit to reach optimum ripeness, providing a good balance of acidity and flavour.  Some light showers in late February to help freshen the fruit, with vintage starting later than usual but finishing quickly by the end of March.

Winemaking
The parcels of Shiraz for this wine were selected by the winemaker for the lifted berry characteristics that are notable in this wine style. Fermented on skins for five to seven days at 20-24°C with American oak.

Cellaring
Enjoy now or cellar up to three years.