2021 Sanguine Estate D’Orsa Shiraz

Dense inky black colour with a deep dark red black hue. Blackberry and liquorice aromas waft through the nostrils complimented by some toasty vanillin cedar, hints of mocha and peppered earth notes. The rich, large scaled palate features concentrated blackberry, liquorice black cherry and mocha like flavours over a smoky vanillin oak, scorched earth and blackpepper back drop. Possessing a sturdy yet polished tannin framework it has power aplenty and shows a refined opulence. Concludes long and peppery with a robust feel.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.8%

Other Reviews…..
The '21 vintage was a ripper for Heathcote Shiraz. D'Orsa lifts a notch accordingly, revelling in a marriage of both power and finesse. Lifted and bold in aromas that speak of its location – ripe black fruits, anise, blackstrap licorice, Aussie bush scents, earth and herbs. Opens generously before assuming a fine tannin line emphasising integrated fruit and oak, texture and poise. Cambrian soils bring that special balance and mineral energy to this delightful shiraz. Drink by 2036.
96 Points
Jeni Port – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion