2017 Michael Hall Sang de Pigeon Shiraz
Barossa Valley, SA
One of the Barossa's better value Shiraz from an impressive boutique producer.
$30.00
Out of Stock
About The Wine
The name Sang de Pigeon is drawn from winemaker Michael Hall's time as a jewellery valuer. Meaning "Blood of the Pidgeon", this title was given to only the reddest of rubies in the trade.
Here, Michael uses it to describe the fine fruit selected for this lovely Shiraz. This is predominantly sourced from the Marananga sub-region of the Barossa Valley with 15% of the fruit coming from the Flaxmans Valley and the Adelaide Hills.
It's made with Michael's signature deft touch resulting in a robust yet sleek red with 95 points from David Bicknell. All in all, it's a classy and great value version of Shiraz from this famous region.
About Michael Hall
It is Michael Hall's precise and methodical approach to winemaking which has made him stand out in the crowd of Barossa Valley winemakers.
A jewellery valuator in a previous life, his wines ooze clarity and attention to detail. They focus on small vineyards in the Barossa and Adelaide Hills that produce high-quality fruit. The wine are made with no shortcuts in the winery and an unwavering commitment to quality.
These are classically styled, refined wines designed to speak articulately of the Barossa and the surrounds.
Michael's wines are top shelf.
Barossa Valley, SA
From The Producer
Hand-picked in Greenock and Stone Well, wild fermented in open fermenter and closed puncheons, 5% whole bunch, matured in French oak barrels for 21 months (10% new). Blended with 15% Flaxmans Valley and Adelaide Hills Shiraz.
The 2017 release shows great energy and vibrancy with high-toned black fruit, rose water, mandarin, a hint of sarsaparilla, black tea and dry, spicy tannin.
Blend : Shiraz (100%)
ABV : 14.3%
Closure : Screw Cap
Drink Until : 2026
Bottle Size : 750ml
Critic Reviews
"Sang de Pigeon is a reference to the colour of the finest ruby's in former jeweller Michael Hall's past history. No doubting that it is an evocative colour descriptor for this wine either. Fruit takes the front seat here, blackcurrants, a note of red fruit and a dusting of cinnamon spice. medium-bodied, smooth and loaded with velvety tannin. Nothing overdone or out of place." - David Bicknell (Halliday Wine Companion)
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