Old school Barossa Shiraz nailing the brief. Winemaker Jason Barrette has been around the block and his new range of wines under the Camino Wine Co label are very smart. The wines are sourced from premier sites, and this Shiraz highlights his skillset.
Sourced from 80-100 year old vines located in the heart of Maranaga behind the Gnadenfrei Church and next to the Torbreck Laird Vineyard, it saw 19 months in American oak and was not fined or filtered prior to bottling.
Patience is key with this one though. Gee, it shone over a few days. Give it that time to reveal its true persona and you're in for a treat.
Dense fruit makes the first impression. Aromas of Christmas cake, baked chocolate torte, earth and coffee grounds with squishy blueberries and vanilla. The palate is awash with rich dark plums and dark berries with cedar and chocolatey oak adding further depth. Time in the glass reveals a touch of caramel slice and some dried herbs rise up. Drying out ever so slowly, powdery tannins step up to the podium to guide you home. Another excellent release from Camino Wine Co.
Drink to ten years+
95/100
Region: Barossa
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