2022 Clonakilla Hilltops Shiraz 750ml

2022 Clonakilla Hilltops Shiraz 750mlFrom winemaker, Tim Kirk ?"This Shiraz is made from grapes selected from vineyards in the Hilltops district around Young on the South Western Slopes of New South Wales. 2022 was a long, cool vintage. The lower than average temperatures slowed the ripening and worked to build detail and complexity into the aroma and the palate of this wine." Dark red hues with blackcurrant and cherry aromas woven through the regions trademark dark berry fruit. 93

Inspired by the finer end of the red Burgundy spectrum

then evaporates into a honey-vanilla note on the long finish

Rich with vibrant fruits

mouthfilling blackberry/blackcurrant palate has all-pervasive tannins running through its length

Emma who has taken on the winemaking role whilst Doug is looking after the viticultural side of things

or as the foundation of classic cocktails

but the fruit for the Reserve bottlings are sourced from a grower in Langhorne Creek

intertwined with delicate floral nuances

Vineyard Notes: Padthaway

the gin is filtered through Mount Zero Pink Lake Salt to create a savoury flavour profile with a hint of salt

This wine is perfect for sipping on its own and will pair handsomely with a range of foods

Critic tasting note: (2008 vintage) "Savory dark-fruit aromas are furry and nutty