2001 Reserve Shiraz

Tasting Notes

The 2001 Greg Norman Reserve Shiraz is a rich, deep, red color, indicating great power and intensity. The nose shows complex layers of fruit with rich, dark plum and blackberry notes complemented by warm earth notes and spicy oak aromas. The palate is full bodied and elegant with dark plum and blackberry flavors complemented by touches of eucalypt and mint. Supple, silky tannins form the basis of this finely structured and balanced Shiraz. This wine would make a great accompaniment to braised spare ribs, lamb cassoulet or a rich venison stew.

Grape Source

The fruit for this wine was sourced from premium vineyards in Coonawarra and Padthaway region of South Australia. The 2001 vintage was characterized by an exceptionally long ripening season. The cool, clear nights helped to retain the distinctive cool climate Shiraz characters - intense flavors and elegant structure.

Vinification

After crushing the fruit was fermented for 7 days in small rotary and static fermenters. Special fruit parcels were then pressed to barrel to complete 16 months' fermentation in new American oak hogsheads (79%), with a portion in seasoned oak barrels (21%).

Winemaker

Andrew Hales

Cellaring

Excellent drinking now but will reward careful cellaring for up to 10 years.

Technical Details

Alcohol: 14%
pH: 3.38
Acidity: 0.72 g/100ml
Harvest Date: March 2001

 

Ratings & Reviews

Wine Spectator (April 18, 2007)
"Supple, generous and open-textured, offering a nice range of dark berry and cherry flavors shaded with mineral, tar and licorice notes that sing harmoniously against lacy acidity on the finish. Drink now through 2016." - Harvey Steiman