Killibinbin Shiraz 2002

In stark contrast to the excessive heat of 2001, this vintage experienced one of the coolest summers on record allowing for excellent ripening and overall vintage conditions. The 2002 vintage at Langhorne Creek is regarded as one of the best for many years and has resulted in a Shiraz of great distinction. The bouquet, whilst still quite tight at this early stage, shows a lovely combination of lifted red and black berries, spice, earth, tar and leather. This combination of sweet and savoury characteristics follows through to the palate that is rich, ripe and opulent, and shows a wonderful balance between fruit, soft ripe tannins, acid and oak. The flavours are vibrant, complex and quite intense and will continue to develop for many years to come.