Also affectionately known as the little sibling to the original “Black Label.” The Shiraz was introduced a substantially long time after the long regarded Cabernet Sauvignon had been a cellar staple, but has now found a fond place in the line up. From vines with an average age of 75 years (including from the Undoolya vineyard, planted in the 1890s and the 1925 Johnson’s block), this is often found well below the RRP for an astute, elegant purchase.
Wynns Coonawarra Estate, Old Vines, Shiraz, 2021
Calm, elegant, restrained and assured nose. Black and green olive nuances edge to spiced licorice. Thick swathes of dark berry and plum fruit. Creamy oak and a little dried peel. Full, yet structured and elegant. Cool climate dark fruit with savoury etching. Acid is refreshing and cleansing while the tannins exquisitely knit. Oak spice like a deft touch of seasoning. Superb now, with a fine track record of ageing so well.
RRP: $44.99
Alc: 13.8%
Rating: 18.75/20 (95/100)
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