Colour
Impressive depth for this single-vineyard Magill expression – red with a purple/black core!
Nose
Magill Shiraz fruits tempered by barrel ferment artefact – oily Brazil nut/chestnut and gunmetal oil/soot.
An active ferment in open-fermenters hasn’t blown off the generous offer of mixed spices – crushed black pepper, star anise, peppercorn, sandalwood and bayleaf.
Alluring scents of broiled silverside and cured red-meats invoke a compelling desire to sip rather than smell!
Palate
Medium-bodied … but only in the context of this year’s Collection line-up.
A fruity succulence, laden with summer-pudding, black forest cake, preserved plum and blackberry flavours.
True to label, the acidity is both fresh and inviting (more-ish!) – replete with a quince-like acid ‘edge’ and a dabble of cinnamon.
Tannins are fine and powdery; oak is balanced and absorbed.
