Wynns Coonawarra Estate Michael Limited Release Shiraz 2018 750ml

"A magnificent Coonawarra Shiraz with rich dark fruit, beautiful structure and serious cellaring potential."

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Michael Shiraz 2018 is one of Australia's great expressions of premium Shiraz, and this outstanding vintage is a particularly appealing bottle for anyone who appreciates a beautifully structured, age worthy red.

Rich and concentrated without being overly heavy, Michael delivers layers of blackberry, dark plum and ripe cherry, complemented by savoury spice, fine tannins and the distinctive elegance that makes Coonawarra Shiraz so special.

The 2018 vintage is widely regarded as an excellent year in Coonawarra, producing wines with wonderful fruit concentration, balance and the structure to develop beautifully over time.

If you enjoy premium Australian Shiraz with depth, refinement and a little history behind it, this is a seriously impressive wine. It's equally appealing as a special occasion bottle or an addition to a collection of Australia's finest reds.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Rich blackberry, dark plum and black cherry, complemented by violets, cracked pepper, dark chocolate and subtle savoury spice.

Palate: Concentrated yet beautifully balanced, with layers of ripe blackberries, dark cherries and plum. Fine, structured tannins provide excellent depth, while fresh acidity and notes of pepper, dark chocolate and savoury herbs add complexity.

Finish: Long, powerful and refined, with lingering dark berry fruit, savoury spice and beautifully persistent tannins.

Halliday Wine Companion - 96 Points

The star of the shiraz line-up at Wynns. An impressive wine built for longevity as much as sheer enjoyment. There's a certain refinement to this vintage, echoed in this wine. Florals, cherries dusted with pepper, cinnamon and crushed herbs. Full bodied yet buffered by finely chiselled tannins and pulsing acidity. Exceptional balance. Jane Faulkner

Serving Suggestions

A terrific wine for a special dinner, particularly alongside slow roasted lamb shoulder, a beautifully cooked ribeye steak or rich beef dishes.

It also works wonderfully with venison, braised beef cheeks, roast duck and hearty mushroom dishes.

For a simpler pairing, try it with aged cheddar, mature Gouda or a selection of good hard cheeses.

If you're opening a bottle now, give it some time in a decanter to allow the fruit, spice and savoury complexity to really come together.

About The Winery

Wynns Coonawarra Estate is one of Australia's most historic and respected wineries, with a story stretching back to the establishment of the famous Coonawarra Estate in 1891.

The winery's distinctive triple gabled building has become one of the most recognisable landmarks in Australian wine, while its vineyards sit on Coonawarra's celebrated terra rossa soils, renowned for producing wines of exceptional structure, elegance and longevity.

Although Coonawarra is particularly famous for Cabernet Sauvignon, Wynns has also built an outstanding reputation for its premium Shiraz.

Michael Shiraz is named in honour of David Wynn's son, Michael, and has become one of the estate's most celebrated wines.

First produced in 1955, Michael Shiraz is only released in selected vintages when the fruit meets the winery's exacting standards.

The 2018 vintage showcases the exceptional quality of this celebrated Coonawarra growing season, delivering the concentration, structure and elegance that have made Michael one of Australia's most respected Shiraz wines.

Cellaring Potential

Wynns Michael Shiraz 2018 is built for long term cellaring, with excellent fruit concentration, fine tannins and the natural structure to develop beautifully over time.

Enjoy it now with careful decanting for its rich dark fruit and youthful intensity, or cellar confidently through to approximately 2040 and potentially beyond under ideal conditions.

With further bottle age, expect the wine to develop more complex notes of leather, earth, dried herbs and savoury spice while retaining its impressive depth and elegance.

Collector's Note

Michael Shiraz holds a special place in Australian wine history, having first appeared in 1955 and becoming one of the country's most recognised premium Shiraz labels.

Unlike wines produced every year, Michael is only released in selected vintages, making each release particularly interesting for collectors and lovers of classic Australian reds.

The outstanding 2018 Coonawarra vintage adds to its appeal, offering excellent concentration, balance and long term ageing potential.

A wonderful addition to a premium Australian Shiraz collection and an impressive bottle to put away for a future special occasion.

Details

Producer: Wynns Coonawarra Estate
Wine: Michael Limited Release Shiraz
Vintage: 2018
Variety: Shiraz
Region: Coonawarra, South Australia
Country: Australia
Bottle Size: 750ml
Wine Body: Full Bodied
Wine Sweetness: Dry
Wine Style: Premium, Structured & Age Worthy Australian Shiraz
Release: Limited Release