Gift Wrapped Shaw + Smith 2009 Shiraz

"This is the best Shaw and Smith Shiraz since the lauded and loved 2006. That’s not to say that 07 and 08 were not on song but this is positively humming a sweet melody of  hallelujahs. Its the refinements that appeal to me, each release this Adelaide Hills red just seems to gain in stature, as if like sculpters the winemaking team get more precise as they chisel away to craft more Rodin-like curves.

The nose is as seductive as ever showing, plum, black cherry, clove, cinnamon, some raspberry jam and even ironstone. If this was not lively enough the palate is even more bountiful with a superb, glossy mouthfeel showing red and black fruits, white pepper and some baked meats. It’s the weight that’s mesmerising, joyous mouth-coating tannins and excellent acids prove that this is more than cellar worthy, while intense length and concentration just heighten the whole package.

Amazing at the price and certainly a benchmark of the region. Seek this out and increase the worth of your cellar immediately."

Patrick Haddock

Beautifully petal wrapped in Kate Hill Flowers signature style. Also includes a complimentary Kate Hill Flowers gift card.