The fruit was picked, destemmed and crushed before fermentation in Potter fermenters. The juice was racked and returned once a day for 2 weeks and at sugar dryness the skins were pressed and the wine was then transferred to tank and Malolactic fermentation was induced, once the malo was complete the wine was returned to oak were it aged for 18 months.
Deep purple with crimson red edge. Lifted spicy aromatics, with mulberry and Satsuma plum providing the pure core and hints of mint and black olive giving further complexity. Lifted berry fruit flavours of mulberry and Satsuma plum, this shiraz has a bold, concentrated structure with wonderful depth and balance between natural fruit sweetness and tannin. Notes of black olive, earth and cloves give further complexity to the round warm palate.
Vintage: 2022
Region: Clare Valley
Cellaring: Drink now or cellar mid term
Alcohol Content: 14%
Awards
94 Point Rated - Australian Wine Showcase
91 Point Rated & 4.5 Stars - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
"It's nicely fruited and fragrant on the nose, showing sweet plum, thyme, game and roasted nut aromas, followed by a juicy palate that's supple and smooth. Beautifully framed by silky texture and polished tannins, offering delightful drinking. At its best: now to 2030. $25.00. www.olssens.com.au. Feb 2024."
