Coates The Shiraz Cabernet 2018 pikes so much so that the

so much so that the fruit here can struggle to ripen fully (as occurred in 2012) and it’s usually the last vineyard picked each year

this wine certainly gives it plenty

and the Morris Ranch and Russell Ranch sites

Fleshy pear

The aim here is to produce something light bodied and red fruited with reach-for-another-glass deliciousness

Coates The Shiraz Cabernet 2018 pikes so much so that theInky crimson red in colour. An intense aroma of vibrant forest fruits accompanied by perfume, cardamom and subtle herbal notes. Plush and softly textured on the palate with blueberry and cassis fruits intermingled with dark earth and mocha flavours. The persistent finish is supported by a refreshing acid backbone and soft, pliant tannins. Best 2022 to 2037.