Angullong Crossing Reserve Harriet 2022

A fine example of the not very common blend of Sangiovese (40%), Sagrantino (30%) and Montepulciano (30%), from the Orange region. You have to think that this would even impress Italian winemakers. Fermentation for each variety was kept separate before blending and then a further maturation period of a year and a half in oak puncheons. The colour here is a deep magenta made in a very much savoury style, we have notes of dried herbs, coffee grinds, warm earth, florals, bay leaves and red cherries, along with hints of beef stock, soy and aniseed. There is a slippery texture, sleek tannins and a lingering finish with juicy red fruits throughout. Like this a lot. It should drink very well over the next six to eight years.