Intense lively spice and rich cherry aromas underpinned by toasty oak. Great depth of cinnamon spices and fruit on the palate. Soft well balanced tannins. (6 x 75 cl)
The colour is a divine deep ruby/purple red. The complex bouquet shows spicy pepper and vanilla characters with floral / violet hints. The palate is rich and full with great structure. Spicy flavours of pepper and nutmeg balanced by well integrated oak coat the palate and linger on the finish. Coriole Estate was established by the Lloyd family in 1967 in the hills overlooking the McLaren Vale wine region and Gulf St Vincent. Coriole remains today as a small family owned company specialising in Shiraz, but which has also been at the forefront of producing Sangiovese in Australia. The estate is run by Mark Lloyd and his brother Paul. The winemaker since 1999 is Grant Harrison ex Petaluma and Primo Estate. The average age of the vineyards is 30-35 years old with the oldest block planted in 1919. The Mary Kathleen 1998 obtained a Parker 94 rating (6 x 75 cl)
Dark chocolate, anise and all spice dominate the nose of the Jester Shiraz, which are supported by hints of French oak, cherries and coffee. A fresh and juicy mid-palate enhances tannin and length. The wine has flavours of fresh plums and liquorice with hints of blackberry and espresso. A long and lingering finish. The grapes come from the Willunga district of McLaren Vale, where there are heavy grey loam soils over sandstone, intermixed with black Biscay clay. These soils combined with the maritime climate, contribute to an even ripening period and the development of rich fruit flavours and ripe tannins. A dry winter, followed by heavy rains in spring resulted in vines with healthy, balanced canopies on moist soils. Mitolo Wines is a family owned winery, established in 1999 by Frank and Simone Mitolo, with winemaker Ben Glaetzer. Their vision is to create individual, handcrafted premium wines built on passion and an uncompromising commitment to quality. (6 x 75 cl)
Pertaringa OVER THE TOP Shiraz McLaren Vale South Australia from Australia, South Australia, McLaren Vale by Pertaringa Wines McLaren Vale SA (6 x 75 cl)
Pertaringa UNDERCOVER Shiraz McLaren Vale South Australia from Australia, South Australia, McLaren Vale by Pertaringa Wines McLaren Vale SA (6 x 75 cl)
Chalk Hill PITCH FORK Shiraz McLaren Vale South Australia from Australia, South Australia, McLaren Vale by Chalk Hill Wines McLaren Vale SA (12 x 75 cl)