Whitebox Shiraz 2021 Heathcote boasts deep purple-red colour and embodies the distinct qualities of the region's exceptional vintage. Powerful scents of red fruit, chocolate, and leather with rich, multifaceted palate.
Appearance
Deep purple-red colour with excellent clarity and viscosity, reflecting the wine's concentration and quality Heathcote fruit.
Aroma
Powerful scents of red fruit, chocolate, and leather create an inviting and expressive bouquet. The aromatics are bold and complex, showcasing the wine's depth and Heathcote Shiraz character.
Palate
Rich and multifaceted palate that stays true to the signature Whitebox taste, with hints of plum, blackberry, vanilla, and spice enhanced by the influence of both French and American oak. The wine displays beautiful integration between fruit intensity and oak influence, with the plum and blackberry flavours providing depth whilst the vanilla and spice add complexity and structure. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering notes of dark fruit and spice.
This wine embodies the distinct qualities of Heathcote's exceptional 2021 vintage, showcasing the region's ability to produce powerful, concentrated Shiraz with excellent balance.
Pairs With
Grilled steak, slow-cooked lamb, beef ribs, venison, aged cheddar, barbecued meats, rich stews, game
Serve at 16-18°C. Enjoy now or cellar for 5-8 years. Decant for 30-60 minutes to allow the wine to open and reveal its full complexity.
