2011 Best's White Gravels Hill Shiraz, Great Western

Produced from the Concongella Vineyard, the geology and soils of the, White Gravels Hill are markedly different from the sites directly around the cellars. There is, as the name suggests, ‘white gravels’ which lay over granite, and the site can be particularly hard to farm especially in dry years due to its free draining nature.

In what was a difficult year, the team at Best’s confidently released 2011 White Gravel Shiraz, the second vintage of this wine. This is a fascinating cool climate shiraz that displays aromas of red fruits, peppercorns, cinnamon and fresh herbs.

The palate is full, but has a medium-bodied mouthfeel with blueberries and powdery tannins evident. Long and lasting finish. At 7 years of age this is a great drink now as well as a great value.