Generously fruit-forward, the mixed berry compote is balanced by the spicy lift of red peppercorn. Slatey graphite, and nutmeg on the back palate make for a complexly integrated profile. Nicely structured and persistent, the tannins are soft, supple, and tidy.
“Grenache is the senior partner at 59% of the blend and takes the lead with musky red fruited aromas and flavours, and is perhaps responsible for the sweetish impression on the palate. It's ripe and soft and easy to drink, tannin not really making itself too obvious but providing just enough firmness on the finish.” - James Halliday Wine Companion
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Vintage 2019 was characterized by dry conditions throughout the growing season, with no rainfall recorded. Warm temperatures prevailed, fostering rapid ripening and a condensed harvest period. Despite the challenges, these conditions led to grapes with intense flavors and tannins, resulting in wines of remarkable power and structure.
The Grenache and Zinfandel vines are located on the eastern facing slope of our vineyard. When founder Keith Hentschke purchased the property, this block was a quarry, and today the shallow soil profile overlaying the quarry limestone reduces the natural vigour of the vine, allowing vibrancy and intensity to shine in the fruit. The Shiraz is selected from an elevated block with a westerly aspect on the western side of the creek
The majority of both Grenache and Shiraz parcels went through an extended maceration, with a total of 60 days on skins. The wines were then transferred into seasoned oak barrels for a total of 9 month maturation.
Alcohol:14.8%| pH:3.57| Acid:6.2g/L| RS:<1 g/L
