2014 Glaetzer Bishop Shiraz, Barossa Valley

A blend of fruit from 35 & 120 year old vines is the key to Bishop. The fruit from the younger vines gives the freshness and vibrancy, whilst the shiraz from the older blocks at Ebanezer vineyard gives structure and enhances the palate profile. The exceptional fruit creates aromas of spice and lifted red and dark fruit with refined opulence on the palate. Great drinking now but will benefit from 10-15 years in the cellar. Houn Hooke: ‘There’s a touch of opulence to this wine that usually comes only at a much higher price. With a purple hue and brightly fruit driven aroma, it’s medium-full bodied, with ripe flavour and supple tannins.’ Halliday: ‘Full, deep crimson-purple; revels in its multifaceted array of black fruits, led by blackberry, but with confit plum, earth, licorice, a hint of dark chocolate and spice to complete a high quality package. No heart-burning alcohol in sight.’