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2016 Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier 750mlIt has been a remarkable journey for Clonakilla. When John Kirk planted the first vines in 1971 he had no idea that his vineyard would one day be celebrated as one of the best in the country. Along the way there have been trials and tribulations as well as moments of unprecedented success. Over time something important has become clear: Murrumbateman and Shiraz are one of those rare combinations in the world of wine that can produce something truly

Fermented with mainly whole berries and matured in French oak (10% new)

blue fruits and a waft of red apple blossom

fennel and rye bread receding into sweeter smoke and vanilla malt with further air contact

black fruits (predominantly blackberry)

and slightly green-edged acids

fresh flowers (rose

This has a lot more to offer in the coming decade

along with aniseed and darker herbals

preserving the purity and individuality of the vineyard

In our Syrah vineyard there is a small patch of volcanic soil that integrates with the more common duplex clays we see here on the property

A very good season for growth

with dense fruit framed by medium to firm grainy tannins and vibrant acidity