Chaffey Bros. Elijah Eden Valley Shiraz 2020

Displays its Eden Valley strengths straight up; a cool climate, firm, structural component, fine-edged tannins, expressive red and blue fruits and Aussie bush notes. Not sure about the Biblical reference in the name (Elijah is often associated with the prophet) but it’s got a lot going for it. Shows red fruits, spice, eucalyptus, chocolate aromas loaded in lifted spices. Fine, sinewy tannins assist in the clean, brisk flow of flavour across the palate and in the wine’s structure. The growing season in 2020 was noted for its hot, dry conditions that led to reduced yields. The result is some impressive fruit concentration led by red fruits, plum and spice with an added layer of briar and earth. Impressive on a number of levels.