2007 Shiraz

Vintage Report

Spring and early summer were normal with the weather during bloom very good, and so an excellent fruit set occurred. Despite the onset of La Niña in the autumn, significant work on canopy management including leaf thinning, cluster pruning, careful fruit exposure, and irrigation management allowed us to proceed into the fall with berry growth and ripeness as expected and the fruit in excellent condition. Chief Winemaker John Simes comments, “early tastings of the whites are highly aromatic and lively, with a natural balance of fruitiness and the young reds indicate a pleasing suppleness of tannins and excellent colour. Overall, the colour, flavours, tannins and acidity all matured together beautifully and initial tasting reveals well-balanced wines.”

Tasting Notes

Dark, earthy and intense. On the palate the wine is rich and savoury with nuances of fine cocoa and a touch of smoky oak. Wonderfully layered with great structure and fine tannins complement notes of ripe figs for a full finish. The Reserve Shiraz has been aged in French and American oak for 15 months.

Winemaker’s Notes