Greenock Shiraz 2005

Appearance:  Dark, inky black in colour with a vibrant, crimson-red rim.

Aroma: Beautiful Barossa Valley Shiraz aromas of pepper, spice, dark plums, sweet blackberry, blueberry and red fruits. There are also underlying nuances of mint, eucalyptus and cedary oak to finish.

Palate: The palate has a very solid structure with good depth and concentration of flavour, crisp acid, dark fruits, liquorice and fine powdery tannins.

Region: 100% Barossa Valley

Sub Region: 100% Greenock Shiraz

Production: 1100 cases

pH: 3.59

Total Acid: 6.70 g/L

Alcohol: 14.50%

Maturation: 80% American oak hogsheads (20% new) and 20% French oak hogsheads(10% new) for 24 months

Cellar Potential: 10 years with careful cellaring

Winemaker: Shawn Kalleske