Description
PLACE
A Shiraz blend made from Kilikanoon’s Baroota vineyards north east of Clare. A very unique site that lies between the peaks of the Southern Flinders Ranges and the sparkling waters of the Spencer Gulf.
VINTAGE CONDITIONS
The lead up to the 2018 vintage was cool and dry, however large rainfall events in early January quenched the vines’ thirst, and allowed for even ripening and complex flavour development. Grapes are sourced from estate vineyards and selected growers, providing consistency of style year after year.
WINEMAKING
Parcels of Shiraz were harvested at optimal levels of ripeness, vinified separately before being pressed into stainless steel with French oak staves. It was then cellared for twelve months before blending and bottling both unfined and unfiltered.
COLOUR
Dark crimson red.
AROMA
Ripe red fruits, black currant and cherry with subtle oak undertones.
PALATE
Plenty of primary fruit with bright, juicy red berries, cherries and plums. Fine balanced tannins and subtle oak carry the fruit to a pleasant finish.
GRAPE VARIETY
Shiraz
WINE ANALYSIS
Alcohol: 14.5%
CELLARING/PEAK DRINKING
Now until 2025
WINEMAKERS
Peter Warr & Kirby Graudins
KILIKANOON AWARDS 2023 (updated on 28 Nov. 2023)
