2017 Greenock Creek Alices Shiraz 750ml

2017 Greenock Creek Alices Shiraz 750mlSpectacular density of colour displaying an impenetrable pitch black core with an equally deep dark red black hue. Pronounced liquorice, cassis and black plum aromas are overlaid by prominent vanillin oak, wood smoke, fennel and pepper. Thick, rich and powerful with liqueur like concentration the palate features flavours of liquorice, blackberries and black cherries which meld into smoky vanillin oak, spicy fennel and pepper. A high octane finish

The mouthfeel is supple and fruit driven

leaving a lingering impression of sophistication and refinement

Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in seasoned French oak (no new oak) was followed by a long and complete malolactic over the spring and summer

crafted with the meticulous care and expertise of Domaine Leflaive

retention of natural acidity and brightness of fruit

Critic tasting note: (2020 vintage) "Vibrant lemon

After traditional vinification

and hints of citrus dancing on the palate

Critic tasting note: (2015 vintage) "(2017) Several Portuguese varieties here including Touriga Nacional

Award tasting note: "Aromatic and expressive

Delight in the zesty aroma that awakens the senses

Low yields produced a Cabernet Malbec of great depth