Overview:
The Angove Vineyard 2021 Select McLaren Vale Shiraz is a masterfully crafted expression of this renowned Australian wine region. Sourced from carefully selected vineyards spanning Blewitt Springs to Sellicks Hill, this Shiraz encapsulates the complexity and richness that McLaren Vale is celebrated for. Despite a challenging vintage marked by extreme weather, meticulous vineyard management ensured exceptional fruit quality, resulting in a wine of remarkable depth and character. Fermented with wild yeasts in historic concrete vats and aged in American oak, this Shiraz is a true reflection of both tradition and terroir.
Tasting Notes:
A deep, intense purple hue hints at the wine’s bold nature. The nose is vibrant and expressive, revealing layers of ripe cherries, raspberry, and subtle spice, interwoven with delicate vanillin oak aromas. On the palate, a generous core of lush, spiced fruit is beautifully balanced by fine tannins and well-integrated oak, leading to a smooth, lingering finish. Rich, harmonious, and full of character, this is a Shiraz that embodies the elegance and power of McLaren Vale.