Superb McLaren Vale red where the muscly masculinity of Shiraz is softened by the silky feminity and elegance of Viognier (representing just 7% of the blend). Fermented in mixture of old and new French and American oak it?s a deep dark red wine with bright purple edges. On the nose, spice and black pepper, dark red fruits and a whiff of violets. The palate is full and even, balanced between rich red fruit and chocolate. More than the sum of its parts, this is a well-balanced wine with wonderful perfume, richness, length and persistence. Screwcap closure

Grape varieties: Shiraz/Viognier

14.5%

Nice bright, ripe rich fruit. Elegant acidity and structure. THE WORLD's BEST WINES 2006

Seamless rich blackberry fruit and spicy oak. Anthony Rose, THE INDEPENDENT Oct 2006