2017 Sanguine Estate d'Orsa Shiraz

Matured in French oak barriques of which 60% were new for a period of 24 months. Impenetrable inky black colour with a deep dark red black hue. Heady aromas of liquorice, blackberry and black cherries waft from the glass with vanillin cedar, hints of dark chocolate, scorched earth, fennel and pepper ensuing. Big and rich yet showing a sense of refinement, a power wave of liquorice, blackberry, black cherry and dark plum fruits saturate the palate underscored by toasty vanillin cedar, subtle earth, spicy fennel and blackpepper elements. Opulently textured with robust yet velvet like tannins providing a sturdy framework. Outstanding depth and concentration with a long rich, structured finish.
Cellar 6-8 years.
Alc. 15%

Other Reviews....
70% on skins for 6 days with only 2-3 days fermentation before being pressed to new French oak at 4 degrees baume for conclusion of fermentation in oak, ultimately spending 18 months in oak (70% new). I'll run with the belief that over the next 5+ years the oak will cease fire, leaving a medium-bodied shiraz with fruit, oak and tannins in balance. Drink by 2037.
95 Points
James Halliday's Wine Companion (August 2020)