Tyrrell's 'Lunatiq' Heathcote Shiraz 2018

Medium colour density with a bright purple hue. The nose shows rich dark fruits with the full array of pepper, charcuterie, and a subtle lift of French Oak. The palate has a richness and softness with dark fruit and chocolate and some spice. The tannin from the stalk and oak working well together gives the wine a silky texture and finish.

"Our Victorian vineyard is situated on highly prized, deep-red Cambrian soil on the eastern slope of the Mount Carmel range, about 25-30km north of the town of Heathcote. The oldest and best blocks were used for the Lunatiq blend.

The fruit arrived at the winery in near perfect condition, and also about 13 degrees Celsius. With a portion of the block being handpicked, approximately 20% whole bunches were included, the remaining fruit was de-stemmed but not crushed to preserve as many whole berries as possible. A 3 day cold soak, followed by a 15 day ferment at 25°C in open top fermenters with gentle pump overs to maximize flavour and colour with