10 months in new and seasoned American and French oak
Alcohol:
14.5
Winemaking:
McLaren Vale’s temperate maritime climate offers reds of rich, ripe fruit character and great acid balance. Langhorne Creek, a “cool dessert” situated on the Fleurieu Peninsula, produces soft, fruit-driven wines while Clare Valley enjoys a cool and continental climate, perfect for producing spicy fruit characters.
Tasting Notes:
The 2007 Shiraz is a mouthful of ripe, juicy berries tempered by rustic, polished tannins. The nose shows earthy gravel, spicy licorice and dense dark mulberries, while the sweet upfront berry fruit presented on tasting gives way to more complex cedar, earth and spice notes, wrapping up with ample structure and grip. The vibrant, juicy fruit runs the length of the palate and lingers with a “have another glass” finish.
October 16th, 2009
Shoofly Shiraz 2007 - Wine Spectator Top 100 #51
Wine Spectator has announced its Top 100 Wines of 2009.
SHOOFLY Shiraz Adelaide 2007 Score: 91 Release Price: $14 Country: Australia Region: McLaren Vale, Langhorne Creek, Clare Valley Issue: Oct 15, 2009 Top 100: 2009, Rank: 51 Designation: Smart Buys
Polished, plush and generous with its cinnamon¿ and citrus peel accented plum and cherry flavors, hinting at roasted meat on the smooth finish. Drink now through 2015. 7,000 cases imported. –HS
“Polished, plush and generous with its cinnamon and citrus peel-accented plum and cherry flavors, hinting at roasted meat on the smooth finish.” Harvey Steiman
