2017 The Ghillie Shiraz
2017 The Ghillie Shiraz
Only on exceptional years when the Hunter Valley has warm and dry summer conditions will we attempt to make our iconic and most awarded wine. ‘The Ghillie’ is a Gaelic term for a special group of people in the Highlands of Scotland who hold responsibility for fly fishing, hunting and leisure pursuits in the lochs, rivers and mountains. This medium to full bodied 100% Hunter Valley Shiraz is produced from mature vines in the Pokolbin region and hand made at our Capercaillie winery.
Vintage 2017
90 points AUSTRALIAN WINE COMPANION
James Halliday
Published 01 August 2020
The Ghillie Shiraz
Only on exceptional years when the Hunter Valley has warm and dry summer conditions will we
attempt to make our iconic and most awarded wine. ‘The Ghillie’ is a Gaelic term for a special group
of people in the Highlands of Scotland who hold responsibility for fly fishing, hunting and leisure
pursuits in the lochs, rivers and mountains. This medium to full bodied 100% Hunter Valley Shiraz is
produced from mature vines in the Pokolbin region and hand made at our Capercaillie winery. These
low yielding vines were hand-picked late February and completed fermentation in 100% French oak
casks for 16 months. A very complex nose with flavours of star anise, cinnamon, ripe red cherries,
sweet raspberries and strawberry jam are complimented with very juicy acidity and firm yet fine
tannins that linger.
Alc/Vol 15 %
Wine of Australia
Standard Drinks 8.9
Fined with egg products, traces may remain
Preservative (220) added
Can be cellared as following:
Enjoy now or carefully cellar for the next decade.
Make Capercaillie Wines a must stop visit on your next Hunter Valley trip. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff will show you through our premium wines.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.