It is a formidable yet supple beast and a fine nod to the great Australian Shiraz/Cabernet blends of the past
with hints of wild herbs and a gentle earthy note
The deep ruby robe with violet reflections announces a wine of breadth
The wine displays the classic purity of cool climate Cabernet with aromas of sweet blackberries and cassis with some overlaid liquorice and dark chocolate nuances
Typical medium bodied Hunter Valley Shiraz from a very good year that will reward for many years
Donnachiara Taurasi Riserva DOCG 'Per Umberto' 2018 domaine-de-bila-haut It is a formidable yetThe Donnachiara Taurasi Riserva 'Per Umberto' 2018 offers a complex and "aristocratic" profile, opening with a rich bouquet of blackberry, plum jam, and red fruits layered over sophisticated notes of vanilla, tobacco, and cocoa. On the palate, this full bodied Aglianico is celebrated for its soft, rounded texture and firm yet pliant tannins, leading into a persistent finish marked by coffee and sweet spices. While its elegance is accessible now with