Zonte’s Footstep The Lake Doctor Shiraz 2019

Yet again, the Langhorne Creek region proves just how underrated it is for stellar reds which provide gorgeous drinking. It seems that it matters not how often one beats that drum, the message struggles to get through. Or one could simply try this wine and enjoy instant conversion. The name, the Lake Doctor, is in honour of the winds which cross the Great Southern Ocean from Antarctica (which seems to be a stretch for a Lake but no matter).

Vibrant crimson colour, we have red currants, spices, notes of fresh red apples, a touch of mocha, red cherries and milk chocolate, all rich and full of flavour. There is a pleasing hint of sour cherry right on the finish. With fine, soft tannins, and nice focus with good length and balance, this will drink well for a decade.