2007 Shiraz

Soft ripe tannins give this wine an overall appearance of impeccable balance and persistence of flavour. 5 Stars and 94 Points ~ James Halliday.

  • Awards:

    4.5 stars 93 Points ~ James Halliday
    Bronze Medal ~ Royal Hobart International Wine Show
    Bronze Medal ~ Margaret River Wine Show
    Bronze Medal ~ Royal Adelaide Wine Show
    Bronze Medal ~ Boutique Wine Awards
    Bronze Medal ~ Qantas Wine Show of WA

  • Region:

    Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River

  • Colour:

    Bright intensed red-purple hues.

  • Bouquet:

    Aromas of blackberry/redcurrant and spicey plum leap from the glass supported by subtle earthy oak nuances adding complexity.

  • Palate:

    The palate is soft and supple revealing flavours of blackberry spicey fruit cake and plum.

  • Source:

    Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River

  • Cellaring Potential:

    Suggested best 2014 to 2016;

  • Oak Treatment:

    10 months maturation in barriques, 30% New French Oak, 15% New American Oak and balance 1 year old French Oak.

  • Serving Suggestion:

    Enjoy with hearty meat dishes such as slow cooked lamb shanks.

  • Alcohol:

    14.5%

  • Sweetness:

    Dry

  • pH:

    3.61

  • Acidity:

    6.4 g/L

  • Bottling Date:

    January 2009

  • Tasting Notes:

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