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Back to winesView a PDF of this page2002 'Alexander Munro' Shiraz Wine Notes Wine NotesBackground:Alexander Munro is winemaker Rhys Eather's great-great-grandfather and these true reserve wines are released only in years that reflect the status of the label. There was no 2000 vintage of this wine released as the vineyard was hit by a freak hailstorm which led to the downgrading of the fruit. Fruit Source:Situated in Pokolbin, the "Ivanhoe" vineyard is the Shiraz source for the wine. The vines have an aveage age of 40 years and dry land grown, thus ensuring low yields and high quality. Fermentation & Maturation:Hand picked fruit was crushed into open vats and plunged twice daily to ensure maximum extraction. The wine was pressed out and transferred into French oak of which 40% was new. 20 months later the wine was lightly egg white fined and bottled with minimal filtration. Winemakers Comments:The 2002 vintage was wet overall, but the deep rooted old-vine vineyards really proved their worth in these conditions. This full bodied Shiraz exhibits spicy, drak berry fruit aromas with well-integrated oak on the nose. The palate has wonderfully concentrated fruitand subtle oak leading to a very long finish. The wine has fine grain tannins, which provides it with great structure. Cellaring:This wine has all the hallmarks that are required for long term cellaring. What the experts say
Strong colour; complex regional leather, earth and spice; firm blackberry fruit entry; attractive soft tannins and oak on the finish. Screwcap.
Rating 92 Drink 2017, 2006 Australian Wine Companion James Halliday Other vintages: 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2001 1999 1998 1997 |
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