Snappy packaging. A blend of 96% Shiraz and 4% Viognier from Pemberton, Geographe and Mount Barker. Matured for 12 months in French and American oak. Quite a reserved nose: red berries, pepper, cinnamon bark, spice, smoke and with time hints of orange and dried apricot. The palate shows spicy fruits, peppercorns, red plums, candied oranges and apricots with a dry and slightly grainy finish. Full bodied and very young with firmish tannins that need a year or two. Not one if you are averse to Viognier characteristics.

Rated : 90 Points
Tasted : Aug07
Alcohol : 14.5%
Closure : Screwcap
Drink : 2008 - 2011