2021 Sanguine Estate Progeny Shiraz

Over the last decade or so Sanguine Estate have steadily built a reputation as one of Heathcote’s top producers making rich, intensely flavoured wines that have brought a loyal following. Their entry level Shiraz ‘Progeny’ is consistently one of the districts best buys. Ben Riggs continues to consult the Hunter family in their endeavours. Maturation takes place in predominately French oak barriques, approximately 15% new, for a period of 12 months.

Youthful and exuberant at present this will evolve into a classic Heathcote Shiraz with time.

Outstanding colour saturation featuring an inky black heart with an equally deep black dark red hue. Wafting out of the glass are potent scents of freshly crushed blackberries, liquorice and dark plum infused with a combination of vanillin cedar, inky earth and blackpepper notes. Rich succulent blackberry, dark plum, blueberry and liquorice fruits are burst across the palate with a youthful, energetic feel. Inky vanillin cedar, earthy fennel and blackpepper characters lie underneath. Excellent concentration with lively acidity and polished yet slightly chalky tannins providing structure. Concludes with a long vibrant juicy blue to black fruited aftertaste that’s laced with blackpepper.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 14.8%