2021 Blackjack Shiraz

Blackjack Vineyards is situated on an easterly slope, in the old Apple and Pear growing district of the Harcourt Valley on the foothills of Mt.Alexander. Although just south of Bendigo, the climate is considerably cooler, and normally blessed with “Indian Summer” autumns – cool night and warm clear day- allowing the grapes to slowly ripen. The soil is mostly very old, and not overly fertile, granitic soils. The vineyard is hand-pruned and hand-harvested. The Shiraz block was planted in 1988.

The Wine

Fermented in traditional open fermenters, hand plunged and aged in small American oak barriques for 22 months.

Dark crimson, purple hues. Aromas of plum, dark berries, and spice as well.

Sweet plums and dark berry flavours;chocolate and liquorice in the background. Velevty and luscious. Long and lingering finish.

Suggested Cellaring 4-12 years