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95
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Ray Jordan
Red
Classification
Shiraz Blend
Variety
2023
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
Australia
Country
South Australia, Eden Valley
Region
14.5%
Alcohol %
Ready, but will Keep
Cellaring
Scores
95 / 100"The beauty of the season is captured wonderfully in this excellent blend of shiraz, grenache, mataro and a tiny amount of viognier. Bright high energy red fruits with a spicy lift on the finish. Its more in the medium bodied zone but it certainly packs plenty of palate intensity delivered with a degree of finesse largely as a result of the subtle use of seasoned oak. This is a wine that has moved from its early iterations to one of more sophistication and poise."
- Ray Jordan
Tasting Notes
A tribute to Henry Evans who planted the first vineyard of seven acres at Keyneton in 1853. Matured in 5% new and 95% seasoned French hogsheads for 10 months prior to blending and bottling.
Deep crimson with violet hues. Fragrant aromas of raspberry, plum and boysenberry are layered with notes of sage, black pepper, mace and cocoa, and floral nuances of vanilla flower. A rich and supple palate of dark plum, cherry and crushed blackberry flavours is well-balanced by vibrant acidity and fine, savoury tannins that lead to a long, peppery finish.
72% Shiraz | 15% Grenache | 11% Mataro | 2% Viognier
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity