The Richardson Series of wines are produced from exceptional batches of grapes identified in the Blue Pyrenees vineyard as having the potential to make an iconic varietal red as a tribute to the late Colin Richardson, whose signature graces the label. These wines are vinified and matured separately before confirmation of greatness and preparation for bottling. The 2004 Shiraz is predominantly from 35 year old vines that displayed great intensity of regional and varietal Shiraz characters as they reached optimum ripeness and balance. Vinification included cold soaking pre-ferment, warm ferments in small open vessels and completion of fermentation in oak. Maturation for 24 months in new and 2 year old French oak barriques ensured complexity, smoothness and integration of all flavour components before bottling in May 2006.
The 2004 Blue Pyrenees Richardson Series Shiraz was awarded the top gold medal at the Rutherglen Wine Show 2007 class 243.
Tasting Notes
| Colour: |
Deep ruby red. |
| Aroma: |
Distinctly ripe Pyrenees Shiraz with blackberry fruit, cardamom like spices & menthol notes all supported by classy French oak. |
| Flavour: |
The blueberry, liquorice, black olive and spice flavours are all fruit derived but they have been crafted into a wine of great mouth feel by careful oak and tannin management. The long lasting spicy aftertaste is a delightful way to finish this Shiraz. |
| Cellaring: |
Can be enjoyed now or cellared with confidence for 12 years. |
| Technical: |
Alcohol: 14.6% TA: 6.8g/L pH: 3.63 |