Glenguin 'Stonybroke' Shiraz Tannat 2017

The Wine Front – Only 300 cases made. Has previously included a percentage of tannat; not sure on this release. Complex herb and twig notes thread their way through a powerful serving of dark, cherried fruit flavour. It’s a powerful expression of Hunter shiraz but it’s not an over-ripe or over-done one. Tannin, length and balance are all ship-shape. Everything would indicate that this has a fine future ahead. Only 300 cases made. Complex herb and twig notes thread their way through a powerful serving of dark, cherried fruit flavour. It’s a powerful expression of Hunter shiraz but it’s not an over-ripe or over-done one. Tannin, length and balance are all ship-shape. Everything would indicate that this has a fine future ahead.

James Halliday – ‘Includes 10% tannat, hand-picked, 10% whole bunches, the remainder crushed and destemmed, cultured yeast, open-fermented, 2 days cold soak, 7 days on skins, fermentation finished in used French puncheons, matured for 12 months. Bright hue; has a striking juicy freshness to the array of red and black fruits; while only just medium-bodied, the palate has compelling length and freshness.’ 95 Points – James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion