Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits Awards
The Pioneer Shiraz
2020 Platinum Medal
Wakefield/Taylors Wines
VARIETAL:
Shiraz (22) Barrel fermented/barrel matured/wooded (staves, chips or wood rice) 2019 and older
VINTAGE:
2016
MORE INFORMATION:
A dark garnet red with a vibrant vermilion hue.
Hints of wintergreen, dark cherry, black currants, dark plum, cassis, blueberries,
mocha, cedar, cigar box and subtle choc mint.
The wine is rich, generous and multi-layered with understated elegance. Classic
blackcurrant, dark cherry and varietal mint characters intertwine perfectly with
the hallmark long, fine tannins on the palate. The finish is perfectly poised and
boldly declares the stature of the wine; full of the potential for greatness.
Cellaring potential Up to 20 years from vintage.