Churchview Limited Release Shiraz Viognier 2022

Organic certification is a theme throughout the offerings from this winery. This is their version of the famous Rhone blend from the Côte-Rôtie region, and it has worked brilliantly here. Blood red/magenta in colour, the similarities with the 2024 are evident for all to see, but the influence of the Viognier is perhaps a little less obvious here and the components are more integrated than with the younger wine. The nose gives us notes of chocolate, cherries, plums, hints of apricot skins, smoked meats and warm earth. There is juiciness to the palate with the vibrant acidity, and the wine offers excellent length and good focus. Finishing with very fine tannins, enjoy this over the next ten to twelve years.