2019 Bannockburn Shiraz

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Spicy, medium-bodied, structural... truly unique cool climate Shiraz from Bannockburn.
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This is another standout release of Bannockburn Shiraz.

Made from estate fruit with a small percentage of whole bunches, and spending a short while in French oak, it's a Shiraz with the stamp of the vineyard on every inch of it.

Spice and svelte tannin is a feature of the wine, as is a softness that only comes with a little time in bottle before release.

If you're a fan of Bannockburn or cool climate Shiraz, you're going to love this. It is a unique and charming drinking experience.

Harmonious and elegant dark red fruits, olives, black pepper and spice aromatics. A fine tannin structure underpins supple darker fruits and spice on the palate.

Region: Geelong, VIC
Blend: Shiraz (100%)
ABV: 12.60%
Closure: 750ml
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94 Points - "There’s a fair amount of stalk, spice and mezcal-like flavour here but the fruit is up to it, every step of the way. This is a Greystoke kind of wine; wild but tamed. Succulent cherry, game, truffle, custard powder and corn flavours come polished and pure. Everything here feels both finessed and fine-grained and yet, at the same time, there’s a riot going on. A quiet riot, perhaps. It will be wonderful at maturity. This is firmly in “Burgundian Shiraz” territory. It’s not for everyone but it’s a beaut, in its style." - Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)

96 Points - "From blocks planted in ’90, ’96 and ’07; wild-yeast fermented (10% whole bunches) and matured in French oak. Rated as a superlative red vintage. It's vibrant and light on its feet, covered with all the cool-grown epaulettes, the fruits more black than red and spices and pepper high, wide and handsome." - James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)

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    3 years ago
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    A true delight

    Silky smooth and fruit driven, this elegant expression of shiraz dances between blackcurrant and cherry as it makes its way across the palate. Subtle spice lingers in the form of black pepper and star anise. A true delight to drink.

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Bannockburn

For decades, the Bannockburn vineyard has been producing Burgundian-inspired wines which truly reflect a unique patch of Australian terroir.

Originally planted by founder Stuart Hooper and the great Gary Farr in the early 1970s, the wines that come from this special vineyard in Geelong show a rare sense of place. The ancient riverbed soils that sit below the vines impart a distinct saline character for the whites and an awesome power in the reds which makes the wines from this place immediately identifiable.

Matt Holmes is the current winemaker, having taken over from Michael Glover after years as assistant winemaker. His wines have been receiving great critical acclaim during his tenure and this great Australian vineyard's legacy seems very safe in his capable hands.

Winemaker Matt Holmes - Geelong, VIC Bannockburn

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