Place
With many of the Kilikanoon’s vineyards situated in the famed sub-appellation of Watervale, Clare Valley, this Shiraz holds the hallmarks of the unique and idyllic region - rich, elegant and powerful with a touch of spice to a smooth finish.
Vintage Conditions
The Oath Shiraz is sourced from the best rows at our Morrisons’s vineyard. These are located on the top of the Ridge, overlooking Watervale. Allowing for maximum concentration of fruit, showcasing the Kilikanoon house style consisting of powerful elegance.
Winemaking
Fermented in open fermenters for 7-8 days. Pump-over twice daily. Basket pressed into quality French oak hogsheads 5% new balance 2-5 years old. Maturation in barrel for 15 months prior to blending and bottling. No Fining or filtration.
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2020 Oath Shiraz (exclusively available at Get Wines Direct)
2020 Oath Shiraz (exclusively available at Get Wines Direct)
Overview
An Oath is a solemn promise or attestation of the truth of one's words or the sincerity of one's intentions. Our Oath to you is to create enticing and delicious wines to enjoy every day. The Oath Shiraz is the latest in our Oath series of wines which showcases the very best varietal expressions from the Clare Valley.Place
With many of the Kilikanoon’s vineyards situated in the famed sub-appellation of Watervale, Clare Valley, this Shiraz holds the hallmarks of the unique and idyllic region - rich, elegant and powerful with a touch of spice to a smooth finish.
Vintage Conditions
The Oath Shiraz is sourced from the best rows at our Morrisons’s vineyard. These are located on the top of the Ridge, overlooking Watervale. Allowing for maximum concentration of fruit, showcasing the Kilikanoon house style consisting of powerful elegance.
Winemaking
Fermented in open fermenters for 7-8 days. Pump-over twice daily. Basket pressed into quality French oak hogsheads 5% new balance 2-5 years old. Maturation in barrel for 15 months prior to blending and bottling. No Fining or filtration.
Tasting Notes
Back Vintage Tasting Notes-
Appearance
Brick red in colour with youthful crimson hues
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Nose
Complex aromas of dark cherry, red plum, licorice and dried herbs.
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Palate
Perfectly balanced with vibrant upfront red fruits and complex savoury nuances. The fruit is supported by fine ripe tannin which give definition and structure to
a long and persistent finish.