2023 Sons of Eden Romulus Old Vine Shiraz

Rich, exceptionally concentrated and opulent with a long, sumptuous finish.

Sons of Eden is a partnership between winemaker Corey Ryan and viticulturist Simon Cowham who both learnt their trades in the vineyards and cellars of Eden Valley. Their labels Romulus and Remus come from the fable of the legendary founders of Ancient Rome. These twins were abandoned at birth and reared by a she-wolf. Romulus murdered his twin Remus in a fit of rage over the naming of Rome, the city which both had built. Legend presents Romulus (Barossa Valley) as the stronger, more powerful of the brothers, while Remus (Eden Valley) was more refined, focused and elegant.
Fruit was sourced from the Nuriootpa and Light Pass sub regions of the Barossa Valley with vines aged between 60- 80 plus years old. Maturation took place in French oak hogsheads of which 45% were new for a period of 18 months.
Magnificent super dense inky black heart with an equally deep dark red black hue. Potent dark plum, liquorice, blackberry and black cherry scents waft out of the glass trailed by some smoky vanillin oak, dark chocolate and peppered earth notes. Rich, exceptionally concentrated and opulent, the full bodied palate is doused in lavish blackberry, dark plum, liquorice and black cherry fruits. Subtlety smoked vanillin oak, earthy dark chocolate and pepper elements extend across the back half. Boasting outstanding power and depth it has velvety yet underlyingly sturdy tannins and a long, sumptuous finish.
Drink over the next 8-10 years.
Alc. 14.5%