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dB Selection Shiraz Cabernet (2008)

"Another turbo-charged 14 per cent alcohol Aussie red, this time from the irrigated Riverina region. Although not in the same league as the Wine Society's Benchmark, this is a juicy, jammy, peppery red, made from two thirds shiraz to one third cabernet and aged in American and French oak – as happy with meaty pastas and pizzas as it is eith turkey and all the trimmings."

Jane MacQuitty, The Times (UK), November 2009


85 Points
"Bright and jazzy, offering a lively mouthful of raspberry and roasted red pepper flavors that remain appealing on the light finish. Drink now."

Wine Spectator (USA), June 2009


Bronze Medal
2009 Japan International Wine Challenge

Region
Riverina

Appearance
Vibrant purple, deep crimson

Bouquet
Lifted blackberry and spice

Palate
Fresh fruit, berry and toasty vanillan oak. Soft round tannins with good length

Vintage Conditions
Warmer then usual January nights lead to some varieties reaching maturity earlier then previous years. Late ‘07 rains &  showers in January ensured vines in good health.  A cooler February then usual allowed for good fruit development and varietal expression.

Winemaking
Fruit parcels selected to suit style in vineyard. Plum and spice flavours in vineyards a determining factor. Warm fermentation temperatures and gentle colour tannin extraction used to create a soft wine style. Full malolactic fermentation. 3-4 months on French and American oak.

Wine Analysis
Alc/Vol : 14.0 %   pH : 3.51   TA : 6.35 g/L

Cellaring
Enjoyable now or cellar for up to 2 years

Suggested Cuisine
Enjoy with duck or rabbit dishes

General Characteristics
Dry  Medium Bodied


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