Shaw & Smith Shiraz 750mL

Description

Founded in 1989 by cousins Martin Shaw and Michael Hill-Smith MW, Shaw + Smith create Adelaide Hills wines that express their site and season. Growing the best possible grapes, managing vineyards sustainably, and valuing vine health, soil health, and low yields are central to the Shaw + Smith approach.

Grapes for the Shaw + Smith Shiraz are from low yielding vines in Balhannah and the central Adelaide Hills.

Aged for 10 months in 500 to 600 litre French oak barrels, 20% new, followed by a further 16 months in bottle.

Medium bodied cool-climate Shiraz, in which balance is more important than power. A wine with freshness and lift, and some luscious fruit as well. There’s a combination of red and blue fruits, a touch of white pepper, and good grippy tannins framing the midweight palate.