2018 Hentley Farm The Beauty Shiraz, Barossa Valley
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9160DV18
Shiraz (co-fermented with Viognier) - Single estate
Shiraz and wet Viognier skins (3%) where combined at the weighbridge, destemmed only, and transferred to their fermentation vessel. A combination of inoculated and natural yeast strains performed the fermentation. After an initial temperature spike, 1/3 of the wine was sent to oak for fermentation off skins. The balance was chilled and returned over the skins where a minimal pump-over regime (1-2/day) was employed to ensure the softness of palate for which The Beauty is known.
It was then basket pressed to a combination of new (35%) and old French barrels where it underwent natural malolactic fermentation. The wine spent a total of 16 months maturation in oak. No fining or filtration were used in the production of this wine – Winemaker, Andrew Quin
Peach, apricot and florals provide the lift while surrounded by blue and red fruits, white pepper and peaty earth sitting further in the background. This complex combination of flavours continues onto the palate with the blue/red fruits playing the leading role. Bright acid and tannin drive provide great focus down the middle, bright fruits providing the framework. Soft, expressive and complex.
Wet skins of viognier (3%) co-fermented, destemmed, closed fermentation for 6 days, matured in French oak (35% new) for 20 months. In archetypal Hentley Farm mode. Deeply layered and polished black fruits, tannins and just the right amount of new oak.
95 points James Halliday winecompanion.com.au
Bold, deep, bright purple colour. Fresh, plummy, primal fruit aromas, with hints of star anise and graphite. Some plum jam hints. Full-bodied, big and warming due to alcohol, which adds a little heat to the finish. 19 NOV 2020 Drink 2022–2034
93 points Huon Hooke therealreview.com
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
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| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Barossa Valley |
| Varietals | Shiraz |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 95 |
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