wine
2003 Cellar Release Benjamin's Promise Shiraz
Production:
Picked March 6 2003, Single vineyard wine.
6.6 tonne picked @ 2.49 tonne to the acre
Total production: 4280 bottles, 320 Re- Released 2011.
Colour:
Deep red with hints of brick lingering around the meniscus.
Nose:
Upfront plum in a spicebox complexity Earthy mushroom notes with deep tarry hints round out a pretty complex nose
Palate:
Innitial upfront plum and dark chocolate linger through to a spicy finegrained finish. The balance of the tannins with the fruit is both generous and restrained. He still has terrific cellaring potential, but great to drink now.
Purchase:
3 bottle case.
