The Exception 2018 “Madame” Shiraz

Region

Strathbogie Ranges

Winemaking

The fruit from each block was picked in small parcels, nine days apart, to ensure optimum ripeness and full-spectrum flavour. The grapes were picked using a selective process harvester and left as whole berries rather than crushed for fermentation on solids. This Shiraz was fermented using wild yeast, with its slightly unpredictable nature, this builds more complexity in the wine. The wine was matured in new French oak 'puncheons' (500L) for 14 months, hence the name 'Madame'.

Wine Analysis

Ale/Vol: 14.9%
Acidity: 6.8 g/L
pH: 3.6

Colour

Inky deep red with purple hues.

Nose

Mixed summer berries, spice and cedary oak.

Palate

Juicy red fruits layered with hints of black pepper, well integrated oak and fine tannins to finish.

Peak Drinking

Drink now to 2031