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2020 Whispering Hill Mount Barker Shiraz
$64.99
This outstanding Shiraz- Syrah wine displays fresh berry fruit aromas and flavours complemented by lifted pepper and spice characteristics on the mid palate; typical of Mount Barker. Subtle and careful maturation in french oak barriques adds layers of interest, followed by a generous long, soft finish.
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Tasting Notes
Appellation: Mount Barker, Western Australia
Varietal/Vineyards: 100% Shiraz
Harvested: March 2020
Alc/Vol: 14.0%
Optimal Drinking: A delicious wine to drink young for its primary fruit charcaters. The wine will gain complexity and smoothness with cellaring up to 8 years.
Oak: Careful maturation in French barriques for up to 8 months.
Season: The 2020 vintage at Capel Vale Wines was an excellent vintage resulting in lower yields with high flavour concentration.
Medals + Awards
Awarded Best in Show at the Decanter Asia Wine Awards:
Earthy, herbal and savoury aromas with hints of dry spice.The palate is broad and rich, again earthy, featuring flavours of wild raspberry, perfumed blueberries, violets, herbs and spices. The abundant oak is polished and ripe, the tannins firm, and there is good freshness and potential for aging.
96 points // Decanter World Wine Awards 2022
Gracefully opulent with dark fruit richness, violet, warm spice and cedar characters, it’s concentrated and plush in the mouth delivering terrific power backed by seamlessly woven tannins. Mouthfilling and substantial with a wonderfully long harmonious finish.
96 points // Wine Orbit 2022 - Sam Kim
A savory nose of grilled meat, crushed plums, black cherries, cracked pepper and leather. Full-bodied with silky tannins. Linear and vibrant on the palate. Bright acidity helps bring definition to the spicy flavors. Generous finish.
93 points // James Suckling October 2022
Ray Jordan 97/100
Gold Medal in International Wine Challenge London Tranche 2020
Top Blue Gold in Sydney International Wine Competition 2019