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Michael Shiraz 2019

Michael Shiraz 2019

Michael Shiraz 2019

Overview

Overview

Michael Shiraz is Wynns Coonawarra Estate’s best-of-vintage Shiraz. Named after David Wynn’s young son, the fruit used for this wine comes from the best vineyard sites in Coonawarra and is only made in years when the best quality fruit is available. The wine is a legend of the Australian wine story with good examples of the 1955 Michael offering an outstanding experience.

Varietal Shiraz
Vintage 2019
Country Australia
Region Coonawarra
Volume 750 mL
Closure Screw Cap
Alc/Vol 13.8%
Peak Drinking Now - 2035
Winemaker Sue Hodder

Taste Description

Taste Description

Nose

Initially restrained but opens up to aromas of fragrant dark berries. Underlying black pepper and dried mint add interest.

Flavours and Palate

Poised, juicy and fresh. Flavours of classic raspberry fruit ripeness spicy shiraz that are long on the palate. Fine tannins. This is a wine of freshness and power that will reward good cellaring.

Awards and Accolades

Awards and Accolades

98 Points James Halliday, The Australian
97 Points Erin Larkin, Halliday Wine Companion
95 Points Andrew Caillard MW, The Vintage Journal
94+ Points Campbell Mattinson, The Winefront
94 Points Angus Hughson, Wine Pilot

Erin Larkin, Halliday Wine Companion 

"Another beautiful release, with undulating length through the finish. I bet it'll live an elegant age. 97 Points." 

Andrew Caillard MW, The Vintage Journal 

"Deep crimson. Finish claret firm with cedar notes. Will develop very well. 14 months in new and seasoned French oak hogsheads and barriques. Drink 2024 – 2036. 95 Points." 

Viticulture

Viticulture

Vintage Conditions

Whilst Coonawarra received adequate winter rains leading into the growing season, judicious irrigation from the Limestone aquifer was important in maintaining soil moisture levels at flowering and set. The 2019 growing season was cooler than 2018 and more closely aligned to long-term weather data. Vines canopies remained in excellent condition through to the end of harvest; significantly benefiting from the typically cool nights created by the Southern Ocean. Picking dates were also close to long term average. 2019 was an excellent, classic Wynns vintage – medium bodied.

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