Overview:
The Zema Estate 2018 Family Selection Shiraz is a showcase of the best fruit from the estate’s three prime vineyard locations. Selected for its intensity of flavour and exceptional varietal definition, this wine exceeds the Estate range in both richness and complexity. With a remarkable depth of fruit and the ability to age for a decade or more, it embodies the pinnacle of Shiraz winemaking at Zema Estate. Crafted with meticulous care, this wine underwent controlled fermentation and maturation in a blend of French and American oak, creating a wine of structure, vibrancy, and lasting appeal.
Tasting Notes:
The 2018 Family Selection Shiraz offers an intense and vibrant palate, with dense black fruit flavours that dominate the wine’s character. The juicy Shiraz varietal notes are complemented by layers of vanilla and spice, adding complexity and depth. The influence of French and American oak provides a beautifully integrated toasted vanilla character, rounding out the wine’s rich profile. The balance between fruit and oak is masterfully executed, with the wine's full-bodied nature enhanced by well-structured tannins. This Shiraz is a bold and complex expression of the variety, with the potential to evolve and impress over the next decade.