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Vineyard
Planted in 1997 on a gentle north-east slope approximately 5km south of the township of Bannockburn, part of the Moorabool Valley sub-region of the Geelong region GI. Planted in red sandy loam over ironstone gravel, which sits above a mix of red clay and limestone subsoils. The vines grow with moderate vigour and are farmed using organic principles, with the 2022/2023 growing season being the 16th year with biodynamic inputs and weed control via cultivation and zero herbicides.
Winemaking
Hand-harvested fruit was picked in late April and early May, almost the same as the highly acclaimed 2021 vintage. The Shiraz is 100% destemmed as whole berries, to open fermenters. Indigenous ferment began 3 days post-harvest, and the ferment reached a peak of 28°C. Pressed when dry and then aged in a selection of older large French oak puncheons and only 5% in new oak barriques for fourteen months’ maturation, before careful racking and bottling.
Tasting Note
A pure and elegant nose of black and blueberries, complemented by classic cool climate spice, and subtle savoury elements. The smooth palate is medium-weight and the supple ripe fruit flavours are balanced with fine tannin. A long and harmonious finish is kept fresh by natural acidity, resulting in a wine that can be enjoyed young or cellared with confidence.
Vegan Friendly
