"In lots of ways this is the wine that we are most regarded for. Now my 15th vintage working with the variety here in McLaren Vale, I think I am finally getting my head around the amazing diversity in this one variety across the Vale. In many ways I neglect the rave extended to the other two varietals we do at Samuel's Gorge I guess it's because it flows in our blood here; have no doubt it is truly dear to our hearts. We must remember that there are very few places in the world that make Shiraz, let alone to the quality and diversity of South Australia; particularly with the sophistication of McLaren Vale. It requires a great deal of focus from year to year is to deliver Shiraz with decadence and finesse. We can now reflect on six bottled vintages of Shiraz at Samuel's Gorge and not one looks like falling over. All of them have extensive journeys ahead in the cellar. Up until the "heat wave" in 2008 I can say was some of the best Shiraz I've done. It would be tedious of me to try and detail all of the nuances of this wine. It does cascade with an extraordinary complexity on both on the palate and up the nose . It takes me to a place picking blackberries in the hills to make into the tastiest conserve; be careful of the browns. It's not just about the fruit but the entire summer landscape. Given time it may prove to be one of our classics... until the next vintage."
Samuel's Gorge
Country:
Australia
Region:
SA- McLaren Vale
Variety:
Wine Red - Shiraz
Size:
750mL
