Coriole Estate ESTATE Shiraz McLaren Vale South Australia

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)

Vibrant cherry red colour. The aroma comprises spicy, peppery Shiraz and Cabernet characters lifted by ripe raspberry Grenache characters. Initially the palate displays herbal minty characters followed by intense spicy berry fruit. Firm tannins balanced by well-integrated oak support this fruit and linger to 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 (12 x 75 cl)

A vibrant lifted and fragrant aroma of red fruits and chocolate. The palate is primary, or fruit driven, rather than developed in its flavours and is juicy, generous, with velvety tannins. (12 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)

Tasting note: This approachable and supple wine provides aromas of dark fruits with a hint of mint chocolate and cassis. The palate shows lingering blackberry flavours and is round and full with soft tannins. Coriole Estate was established by the Lloyd family in 1967 in the hills overlooking the McLaren Vale wine region and Gulf St Vincent. Today. the estate is run by Mark Lloyd and his brother Paul, while the winemaker since 1999 is Grant Harrison ex Petaluma and Primo Estate. Coriole remains a small family owned company specialising in Shiraz, but which has also been at the forefront of producing Sangiovese in Australia. The original vineyard at Coriole, planted in 1920, is situated in the hills north of the McLaren Vale township, in an area known as the 'Seaview' sub region. There are 33 Ha of vines and many of these were planted around 1970 when the fashion was to plant in contours around the hills. From the top of these hills it is possible to see the whole McLaren Wine Region, the old Willunga Range and the sea. The fruit for this Reserve wine is sourced from several small 20 (6 x 75 cl)

Depending on the vintage, a portion of Sangiovese is kept in stainless steel, a portion into newer oak barrels, and the majority is matured in older oak. These components are blended together prior to bottling. The resultant wine is lighter to medium bodied, frequently showing rich fruit flavours of dark cherry and spice balanced by crisp acidity. It is an ideal accompaniment to many types of food including rich Italian pasta and mild Thai dishes. Careful cellaring for 3-5 years will allow this wine to develop extra complexity. 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 (12 x 75 cl)

The area is one of Australia's oldest and best known wine regions. The Lloyd family has some of the finest vineyards in McLaren Vale under their control and produce excellent wines that have recently been well reviewed by Robert Parker in The Wine Advocate. (12 x 75 cl)

The area is one of Australia's oldest and best known wine regions. The Lloyd family has some of the finest vineyards in McLaren Vale under their control and produce excellent wines that have recently been well reviewed by Robert Parker in The Wine Advocate. (6 x 75 cl)

The area is one of Australia's oldest and best known wine regions. The Lloyd family has some of the finest vineyards in McLaren Vale under their control and produce excellent wines that have recently been well reviewed by Robert Parker in The Wine Advocate. (12 x 75 cl)