Elderton Command Shiraz 2018

Elderton Command Shiraz 2018The Elderton Command Shiraz has established an enviable reputation since the first vintage in 1984. It is truly one of Australias best and most highly regarded icon wines. The 2018 vintage is the 32nd release of this wine since 1984 the wine was not made in 1989, 1991 and 2011. Fruit comes from the Command block which was planted in 1984 and is one of the most special vineyards in Australia. The Command block and its gnarly vines have been dubbed an

with an angelica-like note

it is driven by its stone fruit in the first instance

complex layers of blackberry

This will age incredibly well and improve for decades

a vibratory intensity that transforms into a gentle caress

Full-bodied and layered with lots of cloves and black pepper

The Astrolabe Kēkerengū Coast Sauvignon Blanc is made from grapes grown at two vineyards in the Kēkerengū Coast sub-region of Marlborough

This in turn leads to good length and texture

A both lively and buff palate

Every element of this bottle is astounding - super-smooth

sweet and mouth filling and underlined by fine-grained tannin extraction and grip lending structure and mouthfeel

with a plump