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This unique geological setup is the secret ingredient behind some of Australia’s greatest and most long-lived red wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThis is the spiritual home of Australian \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/b\u003e. The combination of the rich red earth and a much cooler maritime climate than the Barossa results in reds with incredible structure, elegance, and a signature note of blackcurrant and mint. While Coonawarra is the famous heart, the wider Limestone Coast—including regions like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"338\"\u003ePadthaway\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"352\"\u003eMount Benson\u003c\/b\u003e—offers a treasure trove of vibrant Shiraz and crisp whites that share that same mineral-driven freshness. If you appreciate red wines with poise, depth, and a legendary ability to age in the cellar, the Limestone Coast is a region that belongs in every wine lover's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"penley-estate-phoenix-coonawarra-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Penley Estate Phoenix Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003ePenley Estate's wine maker Kate Goodman is regarded as one of Australia’s best contemporary winemakers. Kate looks to create wines with freshness and vibrancy - seeking structure and expression of fruit - while retaining the integrity of the grape variety. Like a Phoenix from the ashes, this Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon rises from the glass with a complex bouquet of plum, blackberry and anise with a dusting of dark chocolate. It's a delicious red wine, intense and long on the palate with savoury tannins coating the mouth. 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However, the quality of the 2018 Michael is apparent through the length of the palate and the texture which is already silky. Layers of red cherries are peppered with dark spice and subtle cloves that build in intensity along the palate. This is the pinnacle of Wynns Shiraz - medium bodied with a beautiful line and length.[#intro]Wynns limited release, best-of-vintage Shiraz, is silky, elegant \u0026amp; spicy...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wynns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40794973208643,"sku":"A18WYNNSMICHAEL","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/MichaelShirazBottle.jpg?v=1702323110"},{"product_id":"wynns-coonawarra-black-label-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Wynns Coonawarra Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eWynns Coonawarra Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon is a true icon of Australian wine. First produced in 1954, it has a reputation for ageing gracefully and displaying excellent varietal and regional characteristics. The wine is produced from only the top quality 20 to 25 per cent of Cabernet Sauvignon fruit grown in the terra rossa vineyards of Coonawarra. A wine of style and stature - and a perennial favourite in auction circles - ‘Black Label’ is one of Australia’s most collectable wines and Australia’s benchmark Cabernet Sauvignon. It consistently delivers potential for medium to long-term cellaring. The 2020 Black Label Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon is a combination of dark fruit and finesse. Initially the palate is soft and round, but a fine tannin framework provides structure and length on the palate. A beautifully balanced, medium- weight Cabernet with all the hallmarks of this heritage label. Pristine varietal Cabernet fruit balanced for guaranteed cellaring. 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It is wonderfully light on its feet and bursting with the taste of juicy red cherries and fresh summer strawberries, finished with just a tiny pinch of warming spice. 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