Terra Felix Heathcote Shiraz 2017

Very rare to find a wine exhibiting this much age for such a giveaway price! The vines are just over two decades in age, and the wine includes 4% Viognier, which was co-fermented. The final blend spent a year in French oak for maturation, 15% of which was new. The colour is a red/garnet, while the nose does reveal that the wine has age. There are some earthy notes and animal skin aromas. It is a little on the rustic side, which some will love, with hints of leaf litter and dry herbs with obvious maturity. Those not familiar with wines which have spent some time in the cellar, at this price, how can you not explore? There is a seductive texture and impressive length with fine tannins on a lingering finish. Still has another half dozen years ahead of it.