Even Keel /
2023 Heathcote Reserve Shiraz
REGION
Heathcote, VIC
TASTING
A dark brooding nose of black and blue fruits, berries, plum, sweet beetroot, then dusty dried earthy herbs as its opens up. Palate is concentrated with the fruits matching the nose. Drive and intensity from the meaty tannins and acids, the wines shows a secondary fruit profile of dried red currant and bramble as it travels over the palate. The finish is exceptional, building as it opens up more in the glass. An elegant and balanced wine.
WINEMAKING
The fruit is handpicked and 30% whole bunched pressed and vinified. A minimal amount of sulfur is added and left in large format and seasoned barrels for a total of 10 months.
VINEYARD
A blend of two vineyards from Heathcote both on east-facing slopes at 300m above sea level, from Mt. Ida and pt 23 clones of shiraz.
VITICULTURE
We purchase our fruit from the vineyards, in partnership with growers, however we do use our own fruit from young vines. We grow, make and farm our vineyards using a philosophy of sustainability and regenerative agriculture, applying a mix of biological, bio-dynamic and organic practices.
REVIEW
“Ink-black core to a deep purple rim. Plum, smoked beef and black olive aromatics. Ripe and powerful purple and blue fruits fill the core. Rich and dense as that fruit rolls along with tangents of black pepper, liquorice and slate minerals all adding character and interest. A firm grip of ripe tannins ensures that weight remains in balance, carrying the entire palate incredibly long and ensuring a bone-dry finish. Will build further complexity as it ages, and it will age for many years to come” – 95 pts Huon Hooke, The Real Review
PRICE
$65 RRP/ $702 Case of 12
| Title | Range | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| Case discount | 12 - 999 | 5% |