Grape Expectations Vintners

Tasting notes of winery's winemaker

2015 SHIRAZ

Appellation: Margaret River

Alcohol: 14.4%

Oak: Predominantly French with some American

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar 5 – 8 years.

Colour: Deep ruby red with a purple hue

Nose: A rich and spicy nose with dense dark cherry, blueberry and mixed red

berry fruits. These are complimented by notes of Belgian waffle, milk

chocolate and vanillin American oak.

Palate: The palate shows concentrated flavours of mixed berries and dark,

juicy cherry fruit. The tannin structure is chewy, and the oak has provided a

sweet, chocolatey flavour along with hints of hazelnuts and toast. White

pepper lingers on the finish.

Food: Grilled beef served rare with a green pepper sauce.

Allergens: Egg whites, skim milk, sulphites