Charles Melton Voices of Angels

Sourced from a cool climate site in the Adelaide Hills, a region that consistently produces the most stylish expressions of Shiraz. Aged for 36 months in all French oak, mostly puncheons, 80% new, yet the oak is never overbearing. Aromas of spicy blackcurrant and subtle cherry are complemented by cedary spice and a sense of speed. The palate delivers a thoroughly effortless, stylish, and refined finish, with great poise. Melton worked with the great Peter Lehmann, known for using a tiny amount of aromatic Muscat in his Shiraz, but in this case, Melton has continued to use about 2% Riesling. I don’t know if I can pick that up or not, but the wine is bloody marvelous.