Stonehaven Limited Vineyard Release Shiraz (Robe) 2021

An emerging region, Robe is a name appearing more and more on labels. This is from a single vineyard in the region. Harvest was done in two batches, a week apart. The first saw pre-fermentation and was then transferred to French oak to finish. The second, cool fermented on skins for fifteen days. The wine then spent 18 months in a mix of 300-litre French and American oak. Deep crimson in colour. There are hints of raspberries and mulberries, florals and cassis with lots of cherries. An attractive style, a little plush, finely balanced with a good flick of acidity. Fine, slightly firm grip, medium length and with notes of sour cherries rounding up the conclusion. Promising and will provide pleasure over the next four to six years.