Terra Felix Heathcote Reserve Shiraz 2017

The 2017 vintage has proved itself a fine one for the Heathcote region and this wine is compelling evidence of that. Maturation in top-notch French oak has only enhanced the quality fruit here. A deep red plummy colour. This is plush and ripe, with notes of black cherries, chocolate, blackberries, cassis and vanilla. At this early stage, there is still a fair contribution by the oak but it is obviously first class and has melded well. Vanilla and coffee bean notes emerge more on the palate, which is supple, leading to silky tannins. Good length too with the intensity maintained throughout and lingers beautifully. Love it – drink it any time over the next ten to fifteen years.