2012 Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Shiraz 750ml

2012 Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Shiraz 750mlA classic medium bodied Shiraz palate, fine and silky. Picked from one of the oldest vineyards including Undoolya, a rare fragment of the original 1890s fruit colony planting. Wynns 'Old Vines' Shiraz is a superb example of Coonawarras cool climate style. Shiraz (formerly known as 'Hermitage') is an important part of Coonawarras history. The acknowledged reputation of Coonawarra for age worthy wines has largely centered on Cabernet Sauvignon and

rose petals and sweet spices

leading to a smooth and satisfying finish

The grapes for this vineyard originate solely from a single 1853 Shiraz vine discovered within The Old Garden

Critic tasting note: "Clear color and vegetal aromas of green pepper

and savory herbs

Highbow Hill Vineyard is in planted on rolling hills north of Yarra Glen township

Ends up balanced

flamboyant

with notes of rich dark chocolate

Black label

dark sandy loam soils and benefit from cooling afternoon breezes that wind their way up the old watercourse

jammy prune and blackberry-scented nose