2018 Brokenwood Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz 750ml

Brokenwood's distinctive Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz stands as the epitome of Hunter Valley shiraz, drawing inspiration from the renowned Lindeman's Hunter River burgundies of the 1960s. This wine not only captures the exceptional character of the vineyard but also reflects a profound regional identity, further enriched with the nuances of aging. Balancing modernity with heritage, it retains an irresistible freshness. The initial vintage of Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz dates back to 1983, crafted with meticulous care by selecting the finest parcels, predominantly sourced from the oldest plantings. THE WINEMAKING Given the extremely low yields of only two and a half tons per hectare, the berries usually have a high skin to juice ratio, resulting in saturated colors and intense flavors. Aged for up to 14 months in new oak barrels (30-40%) and experienced French oak casks and vats. Critic tasting note: (2018 vintage) "Vibrant and highly enticing, this wine envelops the senses in beautifully pure red currant and blueberry fruit, followed by licorice, violet and chocolate. The palate is silky and juicy, with fine, seamlessly integrated tannins, excellent acidity and a long spiced-plum finish. Still a baby, it promises stellar cellaring through 2035, at least. Christina Pickard" - Wine Enthusiast Drinking Window: 2024-2048