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Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier Shiraz L Block 2018 750ml

size
750ml
country
Australia
region
Victoria
appellation
Pyrenees
WA
93
Additional vintages
WA
93
Rated 93 by Wine Advocate
The most immediate attribute of this 2018 L-Block Shiraz is its ripeness. The fruit is ripe to the point of bagging—15% alcohol confirms this—however it seems the right direction for a Rhône producer such as Chapoutier to take. It has notes of grated nutmeg, cinnamon, freshly tanned hide, mulberry compote and redcurrants. Further to this, the array of woodsy spices, savory tannin splay and overall exoticism places it in a good position. Distinct, spicy and full. Very good. ... More details
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Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier Shiraz L Block 2018 750ml

SKU 899393
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WA
93
WA
93
Rated 93 by Wine Advocate
The most immediate attribute of this 2018 L-Block Shiraz is its ripeness. The fruit is ripe to the point of bagging—15% alcohol confirms this—however it seems the right direction for a Rhône producer such as Chapoutier to take. It has notes of grated nutmeg, cinnamon, freshly tanned hide, mulberry compote and redcurrants. Further to this, the array of woodsy spices, savory tannin splay and overall exoticism places it in a good position. Distinct, spicy and full. Very good.
Winery
Appearance: Intense and deep ruby colour with hints of violet. Nose: Black fruits, violet and fur. Palate: Fresh attack, velvety middle palate. Spices, slightly acid wild strawberries. A great length.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Australia
region
Victoria
appellation
Pyrenees
Additional vintages
Overview
The most immediate attribute of this 2018 L-Block Shiraz is its ripeness. The fruit is ripe to the point of bagging—15% alcohol confirms this—however it seems the right direction for a Rhône producer such as Chapoutier to take. It has notes of grated nutmeg, cinnamon, freshly tanned hide, mulberry compote and redcurrants. Further to this, the array of woodsy spices, savory tannin splay and overall exoticism places it in a good position. Distinct, spicy and full. Very good.
green grapes

Varietal: Syrah

Known as Syrah in most countries around the world, and Shiraz in Australia and certain other regions of the New World, this grape varietal has proven over the centuries to be one of the most powerful and flavorful red wine grapes there is. It is now one of the planet's most widely grown grapes, and is a favorite with wineries as a result of its robustness and versatility. It isn't easy to identify many characteristics of this particular varietal, due to the fact that it is highly versatile and shows significant differences in flavor and character depending on the terroir it is grown in, and the climatic conditions of the region. However, Syrah is most widely associated with full bodied, strong and loud red wines, packed full of fruity and spicy flavors, held in a beautifully deep red liquid.
barrel

Region: Victoria

The Australian region of Victoria is the country's most historically significant wine region, with vine cultivation and wine production going on there since the mid 19th century. In those times, Victoria produced over half of all Australia's wines. However, today, despite having a huge number of wineries, Victoria has begun to focus on quality over quantity – many of the six hundred wineries based in this region produce wines made from lesser known grape varietals, often producing fascinating wines full of character, but made from vines with far lower yields and a considerably smaller audience. Today, most of the viticulture in Victoria takes place near the cool, coastal region around Melbourne. However, recent years have seen irrigation projects help wine makers grow vines in the more arid parts of the region, with a wide range of grapes now being grown.
fields

Country: Australia

Whilst most of Australia consists of arid deserts and dense bushland, the oceanic coasts to the south of the country have a terrain and climate ideal for vine cultivation and wine production. It took several decades of failed attempts at the end of the 18th century in order to produce vines of a decent enough quality for making wine, but since those first false starts, the Australian wine industry has continued to grow and grow. Today, wine production makes up for a considerable part of the Australian economy, with exports in recent years reaching unprecedented levels and even overtaking France for the first time ever. Whilst the greatest successes in regards to quality have been the result of the Syrah grape varietal (known locally as Shiraz), Australia utilizes several Old World grapes, and has had fantastic results from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Riesling, Chardonnay and more. As the Australian passion for locally produced wine continues to develop, wineries have begun experimenting with a wider range of grape varietals, meaning that nowadays it isn't uncommon to find high quality Australian wines made from Petit Verdot, Sangiovese, Tempranillo and Viognier, amongst many others.
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Varietal: Syrah

Known as Syrah in most countries around the world, and Shiraz in Australia and certain other regions of the New World, this grape varietal has proven over the centuries to be one of the most powerful and flavorful red wine grapes there is. It is now one of the planet's most widely grown grapes, and is a favorite with wineries as a result of its robustness and versatility. It isn't easy to identify many characteristics of this particular varietal, due to the fact that it is highly versatile and shows significant differences in flavor and character depending on the terroir it is grown in, and the climatic conditions of the region. However, Syrah is most widely associated with full bodied, strong and loud red wines, packed full of fruity and spicy flavors, held in a beautifully deep red liquid.
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Region: Victoria

The Australian region of Victoria is the country's most historically significant wine region, with vine cultivation and wine production going on there since the mid 19th century. In those times, Victoria produced over half of all Australia's wines. However, today, despite having a huge number of wineries, Victoria has begun to focus on quality over quantity – many of the six hundred wineries based in this region produce wines made from lesser known grape varietals, often producing fascinating wines full of character, but made from vines with far lower yields and a considerably smaller audience. Today, most of the viticulture in Victoria takes place near the cool, coastal region around Melbourne. However, recent years have seen irrigation projects help wine makers grow vines in the more arid parts of the region, with a wide range of grapes now being grown.
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Country: Australia

Whilst most of Australia consists of arid deserts and dense bushland, the oceanic coasts to the south of the country have a terrain and climate ideal for vine cultivation and wine production. It took several decades of failed attempts at the end of the 18th century in order to produce vines of a decent enough quality for making wine, but since those first false starts, the Australian wine industry has continued to grow and grow. Today, wine production makes up for a considerable part of the Australian economy, with exports in recent years reaching unprecedented levels and even overtaking France for the first time ever. Whilst the greatest successes in regards to quality have been the result of the Syrah grape varietal (known locally as Shiraz), Australia utilizes several Old World grapes, and has had fantastic results from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Riesling, Chardonnay and more. As the Australian passion for locally produced wine continues to develop, wineries have begun experimenting with a wider range of grape varietals, meaning that nowadays it isn't uncommon to find high quality Australian wines made from Petit Verdot, Sangiovese, Tempranillo and Viognier, amongst many others.