The Shaw + Smith Balhannah Vineyard Shiraz 2022 is a testament to the meticulous care and precision that defines Shaw + Smith's approach to winemaking. From the cool, late-ripening 2022 vintage, this Shiraz is a vibrant expression of its vineyard and year, showcasing the depth, complexity, and intensity that result from low-yielding vines in the Balhannah vineyard. The vineyard’s unique terroir, combined with a cool season and small crop, has produced a wine that is dense, structured, and poised for long-term aging.
Hand-picked and hand-sorted, the wine undergoes a careful vinification process before being aged for 14 months in French oak barrels. This approach adds layers of complexity to the wine, which has a compelling, complex nose of dried herbs, spice, Kalamata olive brine, and smoked meats. The 2022 vintage exudes an intensity that’s both powerful and refined, with the wine’s long, ripe tannins built for aging and showcasing an impressive potential for cellaring.
The Shaw + Smith Balhannah Vineyard Shiraz 2022 is a testament to the meticulous care and precision that defines Shaw + Smith's approach to winemaking. From the cool, late-ripening 2022 vintage, this Shiraz is a vibrant expression of its vineyard and year, showcasing the depth, complexity, and intensity that result from low-yielding vines in the Balhannah vineyard. The vineyard’s unique terroir, combined with a cool season and small crop, has produced a wine that is dense, structured, and poised for long-term aging.
Hand-picked and hand-sorted, the wine undergoes a careful vinification process before being aged for 14 months in French oak barrels. This approach adds layers of complexity to the wine, which has a compelling, complex nose of dried herbs, spice, Kalamata olive brine, and smoked meats. The 2022 vintage exudes an intensity that’s both powerful and refined, with the wine’s long, ripe tannins built for aging and showcasing an impressive potential for cellaring.