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Chalk Hill McLaren Vale Shiraz 2006
3 good reasons...
- 90 pts James Halliday
- Smooth Shiraz from a great small producer
- Superb value under $20 red
winery Chalk Hill Wines
varietal Shiraz
region McLaren Vale - South Australia
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90 points James Halliday, Wine Companion 2010
Adelaide Hot 100
winemaker's notes
The grapes were sourced from the steep slopes of the Chalk Hill vineyard in the heart of McLaren Vale, South Australia.
The Shiraz 2006 has a deep plum colour with bright red hues. The wine was made using a cool, extended ferment over ten days to protect and enhance the intense flavours from the vineyard.
The wine has a lifted aroma of mocha and coffee supported by raspberries and chocolate.
Secondary fermentation in French and American Oak barriques provided a seamless integration of oak and the firm tannin structure. The wine was minimally filtered prior to bottling and it may develop a harmless sediment.
While this wine may be enjoyed now, because of its structure and complexity it may also be carefully cellared until 2013.
recommended drinking
Drinking beautifully now or over the next couple of years
