2023 Pikes Eastside Shiraz

A savoury, medium bodied, red fruited Clare Valley Shiraz.

Opaque black dark red core with a dark red hue. Aromas of red liquorice and plum infused with peppered earth like notes are followed by some subtle smoky vanillin cedar and spicy black olive notes. Medium bodied, red liquorice and red plum fruits are intermeshed with spicy vanillin cedar, scorched earth and blackpepper characters. Bright acidity and slightly chalky tannins with a savoury mid length finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 14%

Other Reviews………
We tend to think of Pikes Rieslings as the wines from their portfolio which offer truly stellar value, for good reason. Add this to the list – a cracking value Clare Valley Shiraz. Maturation is in a mix of new and older oak for fifteen months. Deep maroon/magenta, the nose reveals notes of black cherries, florals, leaf litter, chocolate, aniseed and beef stock. A supple texture, the wine is beautifully balanced with a lingering finish, through to the silkiest of tannins. Drinks way better than some of its competitors, which are twice the price or more. For enjoying over the next ten to twelve years. Drink 2025-2037.
94 Points
Ken Gargett – WinePilot.com