2017 Yalumba 'The Octavius' Shiraz Barossa

Winemaker Notes:  A flagship Shiraz born of treasured, old vines dating back to 1854, these are some of the oldest Shiraz plantings in the world. Matured in Yalumba coopered oak octaves; the inspiration behind the name of this fine, Barossa wine. The Octavius Old Vine Shiraz 2018 is available exclusively via the international marketplace of La Place de Bordeaux.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM


James Suckling - "A polished shiraz that draws you very deep on the palate, with blackberry, tar, dark-chocolate and walnut character. It’s full and very tight, with tension and focus. Thick, silky texture. Unique wine that’s aged for 23 months in winery-produced 100-liter French and American-oak octaves. Drink or hold."


Wine Enthusiast - "With plush, lucid aromas you could sink into like a favorite armchair, this smells of melted chocolate, mint, licorice, plum and cherry cordial, with earthy, peppery spice below. The palate is equally luxurious, with oodles of tart berry fruit. Supple tannins creep up slowly, supportive and well integrated. The luscious fruit and abundant Barossa sunshine are on full display, here, but it never feels overblown. Instead it's a polished drop for drinking now and well into the next decade. "