2017 Wendouree Shiraz 750ml Ruinart with pockets of pedogenic lime

with pockets of pedogenic lime commonly found in Central Otago’s semi-arid soils

perhaps the primary source of those (repressed) nutty/toasty wafts…

creating wines of richness

600 vines/ha) is approaching the planting densities used in Burgundy from where the inspiration for this wine originates

While still a special occasion wine

2017 Wendouree Shiraz 750ml Ruinart with pockets of pedogenic limeDrinking Window: 2020 2035 Alcohol ABV: 13. 7% Wendouree is an Australian producer, located in the Clare Valley of South Australia. Known for the elusiveness of its wines in the marketplace, the winery has cult status with the portfolio only released to an exclusive mailing list. The Wendouree property is more than 100 years old and its current owners, Tony and Lita Brady, have run the estate since 1974. The original stone winery at the estate is