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A wine to be enjoyed with food. Both the nose and palate have a blackberry and dark cherry character. There is a sweet middle palate and the soft savoury aromatic character of the Grenache leads on to a beautifully soft finish.

Vintages:

• 2008 Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre › ›
• 2007 Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre › ›
• 2006 Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre › ›
• 2005 Shiraz Grenache › ›
• 2004 Shiraz Grenache › ›
• 2003 Shiraz Grenache › ›
• 2002 Shiraz Grenache › ›
• 2001 Shiraz Grenache › ›

Fox Creek 2008 Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre

appearance
Bright cherry red.

bouquet
Perfumed aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, raspberries and red cherries with a hint of chocolate.

palate
Shiraz and Grenache in balanced proportions deliver perfumed lift and juicy red berry fruits with the Mourvedre contributing the wines richness, length and structure. The front and mid palate is filled with a luscious mix of plums, cherries and raspberries, complimented by mixed brown spices and subtle oak, finishing with elegant and textural grape tannins. A classic style.

winemaking
Old vine Shiraz batches matured in 2, 3 and 4 -year-old French and American oak were selected for their spice, character and sweet tannin profiles. The Grenache and Mourvedre was matured in large new and 1 and 2-year-old French and American oak puncheons. The composition of the wine is Shiraz 50%, Grenache 38% and Mourvedre 12%.

technical analysis

Alcohol
14.8%

ageing potential
While crafted for immediate appeal, this wine will benefit from up to 2 years cellaring in controlled conditions.

awards
Silver Medal, Royal Queensland Wine Show 2010
Silver Medal, Royal Queensland Wine Show 2009
Bronze Medal, Royal Hobart Wine Show 2009

viticulturist
Nick Wiltshire

winemakers
Scott Zrna