Chateau Tanunda The Everest 'The Chateau Cru' Shiraz, Barossa Valley, Australia 2009

Ch??teau Tanunda, Icon of the Barossa, was established in 1890 and is the site of some of the Valley?????s earliest vines as well as its first winery. The Everest Shiraz is a two barrel selection of the very best Shiraz, made only in the very best vintages. The wine is incredibly dense and focussed with a richness and purity that simply exudes top class Barossa Shiraz. Rich dark chocolate, mocha and cedar spice are all to the fore but the central core is highly focussed. Supple tannins from the gentle press merely complement the fruit, silky and rich yet impressively interwoven into the wine. The fruit/ acid balance ensures excellent length and provides a purity of structure for long term ageing.