2022 Forest Hill Vineyard Block 9 Shiraz

96 POINTS

James Halliday - Halliday's Wine Companion

A wine that never disappoints. Based on old, dry-grown vines that are able to rise above any threats in the growing season. The complexity of the wine runs through the bouquet and palate from start to finish. The bouquet has spice and black licorice at its heart, wrapped in blackberry and plum fruit. It will outlive those who cellar it for decades.

96 POINTS

Decanter

Cassandra Charlick: "Oh, the nose! Crushed fresh violets, blueberries, juicy plum flesh, fresh aniseed and fine, considered oak to hold it all. Fruit concentration is vibrant and plush, speaking of the earth and ironstone gravel. Chalky tannins are finely crushed – they don’t grip, rather manoeuvring the fruit over the palate, guiding the way. Acidity is not too fresh, yet keeps things supple and nimble. Savoury undertones of sundried tomato, crushed aniseed, tarragon, sage and crisp country air. A wine of finesse, without having been finessed. This has so much to give. From dry-grown, 39-year-old vines." 96 Points

94 POINTS

James Suckling

This has aromas of blackberries, blackcurrants, olives and cracked pepper. Blood orange, too. It’s silky, fresh and peppery, with a medium body, very fine tannins and a long, lively finish. Drink or hold. Screw cap.