K1 by Geoff Hardy Shiraz Adelaide Hills, 2018

A rich and dense Shiraz while showing restraint. It is deep purple in colour with aromas of blackberries and a hint of mint; concentrated with a soft, rich attack and supple mid-palate. Flavours of dark fruits, plums and cherries lead to a firm finish. Drinking nicely now, it has great balance and the potential to be cellared some years. Grapes came from low-yielding vines planted in 1989. They were fermented in small-batch open fermenters using 20% whole bunches. The wine was matured in French oak hogsheads with 30% new for 18 months.