Colour
Medium depth, vibrant crimson
Nose
Raspberries and strawberries initially combine, a generosity of energetic red fruits.
Serving as a great counterpoint to the Cabernet/Shiraz blend which offers dark fruits, Koonunga Hill Shiraz offers fresh cranberry, red currants and a sweetness that is reminiscent of red liquorice and white chocolate.
Pink peppercorn spice scattered amongst the fruit and a violet-based floral allure.
Palate
Red plum, exotic aniseed and candied fennel add to the vibrant fruit mix that the nose suggests…..and unsurprisingly carries through to the palate. A slipperiness in texture, a succulence in acid profile and an elastic bounce on the palate. Subtle brioche/croissant pastry-like texture we have to assume is evidence of oak-derived maturation. Fine tannins, tamed and seamless.