Reschke Bull Trader Shiraz 2020

This terrific Shiraz hails from a single Coonawarra vineyard, planted 35 years ago. It sits on the famed terra rossa soils. The Coonawarra region was famous for Shiraz long before Cabernet claimed the crown and this is too often forgotten. A percentage of whole berries are included in the fermentation to extend the time it takes. 10-15 days on skins before a gentle pressing by bag press. Pressings are returned to aid in the tannin structure. Maturation takes place in American and French oak hogsheads, for a period of 18 months. 

Deep maroon in colour, this is big and bold for Coonawarra, but none the worse for that. Chocolate, black fruits, cassis, rose petals. This has legs and it will surely age well over the next decade. The palate sees some red cherry notes and dried herbs to the fore. Mid length, with fine tannins and good acidity, this can be enjoyed at any stage over the next ten years.