Shaw & Smith Shiraz Adelaide Hills 2006

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Winery:

Shaw and Smith

Varietal:

Syrah

Region:

Australia > Adelaide Hills

Type:

Red Wine

Color:

Drink Dates:

2010 - 2018

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User Tags:  balance, elegant 

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What to Expect

Australia has certainly made Syrah its own, even bestowing it with a new name: Shiraz. In the warm, dry climate of Australia this noble grape, responsible for some of the grandest wines of France, produces an intense, unique expression that is distinctly Australian. The ripe grapes take on classic notes of black pepper and leather that add depth and complexity to the black cherry and plum fruits on the palate. Australian Shiraz has typically been aged in American Oak barrels which impart the wine with a distinct note of vanilla that can add to the impression of ripeness many of these wines have, but the time in barrel also allows the wines a chance to settle and reveal their rich, voluptuously styled mouthfeel.

Winemakers Notes

The Adelaide Hills has now proven it can make truly exciting spicy Shiraz. The key is careful site selection, low yields and restrained use of oak. The blend component from the warmer sub-area of Macclesfield gives structure and richness, whilst Balhannah contributes spiciness and perfume. A vibrant, modern interpretation of Australian Shiraz. Vintage 2006 was very cool and dry. Shiraz ripened slowly and evenly and was harvested later than usual. Intense colour, pepper-spice flavours and well balanced sugar and acid levels resulted.

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