Oakridge Shiraz 2024

A cooler climate Shiraz from the Yarra Valley, the fruit is sourced from the actual Oakridge vineyard at Coldstream. The winemakers use 30% whole bunch fermentation and maturation is for fourteen months in French oak puncheons, 10% new. Mauve/purple in colour, the wine has a lavish nose with notes of plums, black cherries, chocolate, blackberries and leather. Floral hints as well. Approachable and generous, right through the fine powdery tannins, there is superb length and balance throughout. The finish lingers enticingly for what is an utterly delicious cooler climate Shiraz. Will continue to improve over the next ten to twelve years. Love it.