2016 Elderton Fifteen Shiraz

Production information

2016 Elderton Fifteen Shiraz
A single vineyard express of Shiraz from a vineyard that turned 100 years old in 2015, and is located on the western ridge of the famous Barossa Valley. Originally planted by the Helbig family in 1915, the vineyard became a very sought after parcel for the Barossa’s leading winemakers. Luckily for the Ashmead family, we were able to acquire this vineyard in late 2010, forever ending the race to get this amazing fruit.
Grape Variety : 100% Shiraz
Region : Barossa
Vine Age : over 100 years old
Soil : sandy loam soil
Style/Palate : Massive blockbuster. Rich, round, spicy and intense with great length and complexity
Color : Dense, dark purple
Aroma : Blackberry and blueberry with spicy cloves and cinnamon
Output : 2,544 bottles
Drinkable Period : 2020 - 2040
Alcohol : 15%
Winemaker's Comment : The wine, hailing from the 2016 vintage, is a supreme example of rich and luscious Barossa Shiraz. It was hand - picked, fermented in 2 large barrels (around 1500 liters each) and left on skins in these closed vessels for about six weeks. The wine was then pressed and spent a couple of winters in some of our favorite French oak.
Expert Comment : The top Shiraz in the lineup is the 2016 Fifteen Shiraz, a hefty mouthful of licorice and mint-scented Shiraz. From vines planted in 1915, it's full-bodied, intensely structured and almost painful in intensity, yet the tannins are ripe, the alcohol levels are not out of hand (15%) and the oak has blended into the fabric of the fruit. With hints of grilled meat, dark fruit and mocha notes on the long finish, this wine should age effortlessly for up to two decades.
Score/Award : Wine Advocate 97 points
Food Pairing : Beef and Venison

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