2014 Charles Melton Grains of Paradise Shiraz, Barossa Valley
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A mix of hand plunged & pump over techniques in the traditional style influenced this wine. No whole bunch is undertaken for the Grains of Paradise. American Oak is sent to France for a 36-month European seasoning before being coopered into barriques. The wine is then aged "sur lie" to give an interpretation of the traditional Barossa style with a contemporary twist.
The 2014 Grains of paradise is deep colour, darkly scented plum pudding lift with some fine sweet oak present. Generous mouth filling width to the palate. Spicy long flavours with apparent but resolved tannins. Rich but balanced, showing all that is best in the traditional Barossa style. Lovely complex length of flavours to the finish.
100% Shiraz; Cellaring – A decade
97 points - James Halliday
Aged on lees for 24 months in a 60/40% mix of American and French barriques, the American oak seasoned for 3 years in France and coopered using the immersion bending technique. The bouquet is exceptionally complex and fragrant, with spiced plum and oak translating to the equally complex medium-bodied palate. Its fundamental elegance is captured by the long palate and aftertaste. A wine with unlimited exploration opportunities.
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Barossa Valley |
| Varietals | Shiraz |
| Vintage | 2014 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 97 |
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