Elderton Shiraz 2013

Barossa, Australia Elderton Wines is a small, family-owned winery, situated in the heart of Australia’s Barossa Valley, that has shot to acclaim producing some of the world’s most highly regarded Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. Elderton is a leader within the Australian wine industry with regard to environmental sustainability. It has proactively implemented a number of initiatives in the day to day operations of the winery, in order to minimize its environmental footprint and promote a sustainable, clean and environmentally responsible work place. Style: Full bodied, rich; a classic Barossa Shiraz Colour: A rich and vibrant dark purple Aroma: Black forest fruits, chocolate, vanilla Palate: Plum and berries, chocolate and a spice finish James Halliday 94 points! Wine Advocate 91 points: "Deep garnet-purple, the 2013 Estate Shiraz is a 100% estate-grown Shiraz made with fruit from 15- to 116-year-old vines. The nose opens to very ripe aromas of preserved fruits, potpourri, peach blossoms and exotic spices. Big and ripe, full-bodied palate offers a rich, classically styled Shiraz with velvety tannins to frame the long and spicy finish." --Lisa Perrotti-Brown