2001 Limestone Coast Shiraz

Tasting Notes

Deep vibrant red with purple hues, its complex bouquet is made up of dark berry, plums and black cherry with a hint of vanilla and spice. The palate shows an excellent depth of flavor with abundant rich, dark berry fruit and spicy, well-balanced oak. For a long, rewarding finish, the intense flavors are supported by supple, fine-grain tannins.

Grape Source

Sourced from premium vineyards within the Limestone Coast, with the majority coming from the Coonawarra and Padthaway regions. Mild to warm conditions during the ripening period produced berries with excellent color and optimum flavor.

Vinification

The Limestone Coast Shiraz was fermented in both small, four-ton open fermenters and 35-ton Roto fermenters. Selected wine parcels then received extended maceration to enhance palate weight and tannin structure. The outstanding parcels were pressed off skins and finished fermentation in fine-grained, medium-toasted oak barrels. Maturation for up to 20 months was in a combination of new and seasoned French and American oak barrels.

Technical Details

Bottling Date: July 2002
pH: 3.42
Acidity: 6.8 g/L
Alcohol: 14.0%
Residual Sugar: 2.4 g/L
Harvest Date: March-April 2001

 

Ratings & Reviews

Wine Spectator (September 15, 2004)
"Supple and generous, with nicely focused plum and pretty spice character, juicy acidity but not so much that it feels tart. It's just a welcoming balance that wants food to complete the picture."

 

The Star Ledger (November 12, 2003)
"Celebs' wines uncork pleasant surprises Have you tried this Shiraz? It is very good." - T.J. Foderaro

 

The Wine Report (May 15, 2004)
"Black cherry-colored with aromas of coffee, cherry and menthol. The wine had flavors of tart cherry, blackberry and subtle leather and tobacco. Smooth and medium-bodied, this quaffable wine finished with pleasant berry notes."

 

The Capital (Wine Picks, July 1, 2004)
"This wine is good for current drinking, especially alongside grilled meats. Forward and jammy plum and blackberry flavors with a touch of cedar." - Tom Marquardt & Patrick Darr

 

The Vancouver Sun (May 22, 2004)
"Suave and fruity blueberry, white pepper, and licorice tea flavors." - Bill Daley

 

Toronto Life (December 2004)
"Very Good. Very lifted fragrant eucalyptus, cassis, campfire and mineral nose. Well integrated. Supple, elegant, fine tannin style. Has some poise. Very good length. Now to 2007."

 

Honolulu Star-Bulletin (March 26, 2004)
"It is an easy to drink wine, firm in texture, and has flavors that linger on the palate. This wine is great with food." - Philippe Padovani

 

Bakersfield Magazine (Fall 2003)
Recommended.

 

Marin Independent Journal (February 8, 2004)
Recommended.