Reynella Shiraz 2018

This is old school Aussie wine with a pleasing modern touch. Reynella in McLaren Vale is very much part of this country’s wine history, having been established in 1838, and continues to play a role. From very old vines, this wine spent sixteen months maturing in French barriques. Black maroon in hue, the nose has a swirling array of flavours, including red currants, bay leaves, delicatessen meats, chocolate, warm earth, coffee grinds, licorice and gentle oak notes. The wine is well structured with a fine line of acidity, sleek tannins, good focus, concentration and length. Coming from a great year, this will be drinking beautifully for the next ten twelve years, likely much more in good cellars.