MAXWELLEOCENE/ANCIENTEARTHSHIRAZ2021

The Eocene ‘Ancient Earth’ Shiraz is a terroir focused, single vineyard Shiraz from the northern part of the Maxwell estate, on the corner of Olivers and Chalk Hill Roads in McLaren Vale. The geology of this area was created 35 million years ago during the Eocene Epoch, hence the name given to this wine.

Colour: Deep garnet

Aroma: Dark plum, mulberry, hints of spice

Palate: Well structured, bright and silky. Notes of plum, blackberry and white pepper. Intense with a long finish

ABV: 14.5%

Country: McLaren Vale, Australia

96 points – Wine Showcase Magazine – April 23