2020 Dairy Block Shiraz

Name: 2020 Dairy Block Shiraz
Brand: Sophie's Hill Vineyard
SKU: DB-SHZ-2020
Price: 42.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$42

Just one block of low-yielding Shiraz vines was selected for this vintage of the Dairy Block, which grows next to the cellar door and enjoys the afternoon sun until late in the day. Bunches were selectively picked and gently destemmed and crushed into static fermenters. The wine was aged for 18 months in 30% new French oak barrels. This is a medium-bodied cool climate Shiraz with concentrated white pepper spice, plum and cherries, cedar oak and velvety soft tannins.

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On the bigger side for Adelaide Hills shiraz and, accordingly, the oak is also generous. Cassis, plum and oak spice. Comes rolling in across the palate, a soft ball of warmth and Inviting aromas of pitted red and black cherries, sandalwood and dried herbs. Medium- to full-bodied with gentle tannins. Juicy and bright on the palate, with the nose continuing onto the palate. Succulent finish.

jeni port | halliday wine companion 2023

2020 Dairy Block Shiraz

$42.00

Technical Details

Vineyard:

Adelaide Hills

Year Planted: 1996

Elevation: 480m

Aspect: South facing

Orientation: North/South

Geology: Shallow, shaley, loam topsoil overlying a free draining loamy clay with fragments of shale and ironstone.

Rainfall: 255mm

Mean Jan Temp: 25.6°C

A magnificent year for wine drinkers with low yields producing intense flavours, balance and length.

Harvested: 21/03/2020

Yield: 2.03 tonnes

Baume: 16.8Be

Acid: 8.5

pH: 3.68

Barrel Aged: 18 months

Oak: 30% New French

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EMMA R.

“Ace of Trumps 2018 shows real depth and intent. There’s intensity, but also restraint dark berries, spice and a beautiful structure that holds everything together. It drinks beautifully now, but you can tell it will reward patience. A standout wine that lives up to its name.”

EMMA R.

“Ace of Trumps 2018 shows real depth and intent. There’s intensity, but also restraint dark berries, spice and a beautiful structure that holds everything together. It drinks beautifully now, but you can tell it will reward patience. A standout wine that lives up to its name.”

EMMA R.