Old Vine Shiraz 2017

Tasting Notes 🍇

• Appearance: A deep, opaque core with a rich, dark red hue that fades to black at the edges.
• Aroma: Initial tightness gives way to a beautiful bouquet of liquorice, ripe blackberry, earthy leather, cracked black pepper, and hints of vanillin cedar.
• Palate: On the palate, bold liquorice and juicy blackberry blend seamlessly with spicy nuances and subtle earthy notes of leather and cedar, all framed by a solid structure of tannins and acidity.

Serving & Cellaring Guidelines

🔹 Serving Temperature: 16–18°C – Serve slightly below room temperature for optimal expression.

🔹 Decanting: Recommended – Allow the wine to breathe for 30–60 minutes to fully open up and reveal its complexity.

🔹 Cellaring Potential: 5–6 years – This wine will continue to develop, offering more complexity and depth with age.

Food Pairing Suggestions 🍽️

🔹 Grilled Lamb Chops – The rich, meaty flavours of lamb complement the bold fruit and earthy tones in the wine.

🔹 Beef Wellington – The complexity of the wine pairs wonderfully with the rich, savoury flavours of beef and puff pastry.

🔹 Aged Cheddar – A sharp, nutty cheese enhances the wine’s structure, highlighting its boldness.

🔹 Roast Venison – The gamey richness of venison works beautifully with the wine’s earthy and spicy notes.

Additional Information ℹ️

🔹 Region: Peel Estate, Western Australia
🔹 Variety: Shiraz
🔹 Alcohol: 14.5% ABV | 8.6 Standard Drinks
🔹 Closure: Screwcap
🔹 Cellaring Potential: Best within 5–6 years for optimal development

Technical Terms Explained 💡

🔹 Tannins – These naturally occurring compounds from grape skins and seeds provide structure and a dry sensation, which helps preserve the wine as it ages.

🔹 Acidity – The bright, crisp quality that gives wine a refreshing, mouth-watering sensation. It helps balance bold flavours and enhances food pairings.

🔹 Vanillin Cedar – A flavor note derived from oak barrels, adding a sweet, vanilla-like aroma and subtle spiciness to the wine.

🔹 Earthy Notes – Refers to flavours and aromas reminiscent of soil, leather, or mushrooms, giving the wine a grounded, rustic character.

FAQ 🤔

❓ What makes the Peel Estate Old Vine Shiraz special?
🔹 The wine is crafted exclusively from the estate’s original 1973 vines, which provide the depth and complexity that make it stand out. These old vines produce lower yields, but the fruit is of exceptional quality.

❓ How long can I cellar the Peel Estate Old Vine Shiraz?
🔹 This wine will continue to develop over the next 5–6 years, gaining more layers of complexity with time, but it is also drinking beautifully now.

❓ What type of oak is used for this Shiraz?
🔹 The wine is aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels, which contribute to its rich, spicy, and earthy notes.

Learn about Peel Estate Wines

The first commercial vineyard began operation in 1973 by Peel Estate, which is still there today and producers some wonderful wines! Shiraz is the area’s strong suite.

If there is a Peel Estate Wine we don’t stock, email us and we can order it in for you.
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Peel Estate Wines has played a pivotal role in shaping the Peel Region for over four decades. It all began in 1973 with the planting of their inaugural Shiraz vines, followed swiftly by Chenin Blanc and Zinfandel in 1976, and Cabernet Sauvignon in 1979. By 1980, additional varieties including Chardonnay, Verdelho & Cabernet Franc.

Situated in the Peel region, close to the Indian Ocean, Peel Estate benefits from an ideal terroir for grape cultivation. The region’s coastal limestone soils, coupled with a Mediterranean climate, create optimal conditions for producing wines of exceptional fruit intensity and distinctive regional character.

Every wine at Peel Estate is crafted onsite, within the original colonial-style winery meticulously designed by architects using brick and timber. The winery is nestled in a picturesque landscape dominated by majestic Tuart trees, contributing to the estate’s serene and authentic ambiance. Peel Estate Wines continues to embody a rich tradition of winemaking excellence, deeply rooted in the unique terroir and heritage of the Peel Region.

During the summer months, the Peel Region enjoys a Mediterranean climate characterised by warm to hot days tempered by cooling sea breezes. This coastal influence helps to moderate temperatures, ensuring that the grapes ripen steadily and evenly, developing optimal flavours and sugars without excessive heat stress compared with the Swan Valley.

In contrast, winters in the Peel Region are relatively mild, with cooler temperatures mitigated by the ocean’s thermal mass. This moderating effect prevents extreme cold snaps that could potentially damage vines, allowing them to enter dormancy naturally and recharge for the growing season.

Rainfall patterns in the Peel Region also play a crucial role in vine health and grape quality. Typically, the region receives most of its rainfall during the cooler months, which helps to replenish soil moisture levels after the dry summer. This seasonal distribution of rainfall supports balanced vine growth and grape development, contributing to the overall quality and consistency of wines produced at Peel Estate.

Planning a trip to the area? Visit the official Peel Wine Region page HERE