Four Kings Shiraz 2020

Tasting Notes:

• Colour: The wine has a bright crimson hue, reflecting its vibrant and youthful character.
• Aromas: Aromas of blackberry fruit, white pepper, and a hint of oak spice draw you in, offering a rich and complex bouquet.
• Flavours: On the palate, the wine showcases ripe blackberries and black plums, complemented by gentle spice and cracked pepper. The tannins are plump and well-structured, providing a smooth, balanced mouthfeel.
• Finish: The oak influence is subtle, adding depth without overpowering, giving the wine a refined and lingering finish.

Winemaking Details:

(Explained)

• Cold Machine Harvesting: Grapes were harvested early in the morning at their peak ripeness to ensure the optimal balance of sugar, acidity, and tannin levels. This helps create a wine that is rich yet balanced.
• Maceration on Skins: After crushing, the wine was left to sit with the grape skins for 10 days. This process extracts the natural colour, flavours, and tannins from the skins, contributing to the wine’s full-bodied texture and deep fruit flavours.
• French Oak Maturation: The wine spent 16 months maturing in French oak barrels. This adds complexity, enhancing the wine with subtle oak spices and allowing the wine to evolve.

Food Pairing Suggestions:

• Grilled Beef or Lamb: The bold, full-bodied nature of the wine complements the richness of grilled meats like beef or lamb.
• Spicy Stews: The subtle spice notes make this Shiraz an ideal partner for rich, spicy stews.
• Aged Cheddar: A well-aged cheddar’s rich, tangy profile pairs beautifully with the structure and depth of this Shiraz.

Best Serving Temp:

Serve at 18°C to allow the wine to open up and fully express its flavours. If being stored at room temperature in warmer weather, place in the fridge for 45 minutes before drinking.

Additional Information:

• Grape Variety: 100% Shiraz
• Region: Manjimup, Western Australia
• Alcohol: 14.5% by Vol
• Closure: Screw Cap
• Vintage: 2020
• Volume: 750ml

Winemaking Data:

• Geographical Indication: Manjimup
• Harvest Date: April 2019
• pH: 3.59
• Titratable Acidity: 5.8 g/L
• Alcohol: 14.5%

Reviews:

Winepilot – 94 Points
The fruit for this Shiraz, from a single vineyard at Manjimup near Pemberton, spent ten days on skins in stainless steel, before sixteen months maturing in French barriques. The colour here is a very dark maroon/magenta with a nose that gives us notes of blackberries, plums, leather, chocolate and aniseed. Good oak integration for a savoury and quite linear style. There is good focus and sleek tannins as the palate sees more chocolate and black fruits emerge. Very attractive, this will provide pleasure for the next decade or more.

Learn About Peos Estate

Peos Estate has a large selection of premium Western Australian wines.

The boutique region of Manjimup is one of the most remote wine districts in the world and is home to some of the globe’s oldest soils. This, combined with the area’s elevation, pristine water, and cool temperatures, means Manjimup consistently produces world-class wines. The Peos Wines portfolio is produced entirely from estate-grown grapes, plucked from the Vineyard planted on our 90-acre Manjimup property. Heading the top of the Peos Wines list is their amazing Pinot Noir!

For over 90 years, the Peos family, originally from Macedonia, has called Manjimup home. Rooted in a tradition of viticulture, brothers Vic, John, Kon, and Chris united in 1996 to fulfil their shared vision of establishing a vineyard, a tribute to their late father, Jim Peos, and their grandfather, P.Y. Peos.

P.Y. Peos, a fervent farmer, initiated the family’s connection to wine by cultivating grapes and crafting wine in Macedonia nearly a century ago. Passing on his passion to his son Jim, who continued the tradition until the family migrated to Australia in 1951, joining P.Y. in their new homeland.

Upon settling in Australia, the Peos family chose Manjimup for its fertile soils and favourable climate, where they immersed themselves in various agricultural ventures, ranging from dairy farming and beef production to diverse horticultural endeavours including potatoes, cauliflowers, and beans.

Through the establishment of Peos Estate winery, the third generation Peos brothers have come full circle, returning to their roots of grape cultivation and wine production in Manjimup, perpetuating the family legacy with reverence.

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