Chapel Hill

Road Block Shiraz

Grown at Chapel Hill on one of the most cherished estate-vineyards, this Shiraz has been crafted from grapes entirely sourced from the Road Block. Gentle and patient winemaking is preferred to ensure that the wine expresses the unique site characters. The hand harvested grapes were gently crushed, fermented in an open fermenter and hand plunged to facilitate subtle tannin extraction. After 13 days on skins the fermenter was basket pressed and the free run and pressing fractions were combined. The wine was then aged for 20 months in 100% French oak. The proportion of new oak was kept low to encourage the continued expression of the characters that are exclusive to the vineyard site. To preserve purity and character the wine is made with minimal additions and is allowed to clarify naturally without the use of fining or filtration. The heavier soils, and large slabs of ironstone over the sandstone, result in a generous expression of shiraz with a richness of palate and a tightly wound tannin structure. The sensitive beast.

Produced by Chapel Hill, Part of Endeavour Group Limited.