2022 Chateau Tanunda 50 Year Old Vines Shiraz

Rich, opulent and weighty with a sturdily built tannin structure and long, lavish black fruited finish.

Dense pitch black heart with a deep dark red black hue. Aromas of dark plum, liquorice and black cherry fill the nostrils followed by scorched earth, vanillin cedar and peppered fennel notes. Rich, opulent and weighty, the palate is engulfed with lush dark plum, liquorice and black cherry fruits which meld into a scorched earth, vanillin oak and peppered fennel background. Excellent power and concentration with a sturdily built tannin structure and long, lavish black fruited finish.
Drink over the next 8-10 years.
Alc. 14.9%

Other Reviews…..
A year and a half in a mix of new and older French barriques, has seen a wine of grace and intensity emerge. This is really good. Granted, not priced for everyday drinking, but even at this price it drinks better than many wines which will cost you double or more. A near opaque, black hue, this is dense and gorgeous with a plush and generous structure. The nose is dominated by notes of cassis and plums, along with deftly handled oak. A powerful wine, yet one which is almost cuddly, with soft and gentle tannins. It has impressive length and will drink wonderfully well for the next fifteen years. Love it. Drink 2025-2040.
96 Points
Ken Gargett – WinePilot.com