CARLEI GREEN VINEYARDS SHIRAZ

Very deep red colour with a slight purple hue, the aroma has intense lifted ripe red and black fruits avoiding any over-ripe elements. Hints of spice and savoury notes lead to a palate that complements the aromas, rich and round with intense, juicy and chewy fruit, framed by soft but persistent tannins and a touch of French oak. A lingering, balanced mineral acidity finishes a complex wine representing the classical Cambrian terroir in a moderately warm year. Although the wine is rich, like it’s predecessor, it shows a focused structure and will therefore continue to develop with further bottle aging.

Historical Awards & Reviews Vintage 2004 Awards & reviews GOLD – Visy Great Australian Shiraz Challenge 2007 “Beautifully rounded, supple and smooth; red and black fruits are supported by fine tannins, flawless balance.” 95/100 points 2008 Australian Wine Companion, James Halliday “Ok, so it's loaded to the gills with smells and flavours of eucalyptus, which is a regional thing. Put that aside though and you have a fantastic wine. Structure, cuddly flavour, warmth and generousity - it's all on beautiful show here - Plums, toast, cedar, cloves and a smidge of red berried fruit. It is very, very nice, and classily framed.” 92 points, Campbell Mattinson, July 13th, 2007 “Absolutely gorgeous, rich shiraz, stuffed with black jubey fruit, with a seam of classic central Victorian eucalypt running through it. Again, given the reputation of the maker and the region” Max Allen, The Weekend Australian, 1st Sep 2007