Fifty/Fifty South Australia Shiraz Petite Sirah 2023 (Australia)

Description

Cherry, Chocolate, Oak

Dark red fruits on the nose are followed by rich flavours of black cherry, blackberry, chocolate with a hint of spice. Silky smooth velvety tannins are accompanied by a hint of oak in the background.

Displaying a deep crimson hue, this distinctive blend of 50% Shiraz and 50% Petite Sirah delivers exceptional depth, richness and complexity. Aromas of dark red fruits lead to an opulent palate of black cherry, blackberry and black plum, layered with rich dark chocolate and a subtle hint of spice. Silky-smooth, velvety tannins provide beautiful texture and balance, while delicate oak nuances linger in the background.

The 2020 Petite Sirah, sourced from low-yielding vineyards in South Eastern Australia, delivers intense fruit concentration, deep colour and firm structure. Matured for 18 months in American oak barrels, including 20% new oak, it contributes layers of dark berry fruit, chocolate and spice.

The Shiraz, sourced from Langhorne Creek, South Australia, brings generosity and vibrancy to the blend. Matured with premium French and American oak, it contributes lifted red and black berry fruits, including blackcurrant, plum and dark cherry, complemented by delicate violet and lavender florals and subtle cedar and spice