Aged for 17 months in new French oak, this old-vine cuvée wears its oak influence proudly. It’s rich, flamboyant, and polished, with firm, cedary tannins. This wine needs time for its layers of violet, boysenberry, kirsch, black olive, anise, and cracked pepper to meld and balance, gradually flowing over the oaky structure rather than being overshadowed by it.

Winery: Hardy's

Varietal(s): Shiraz

Size: 750mL

Country: Australia

State: South Australia

Region: McLaren Vale

Vintage: 2016

Alc/Vol: 14.2 - 14.5%

Closure Type: Screw Cap

Drinking Window: 2022-2031

Wine Sweetness: Dry