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Description
Rosehill Vineyard was originally planted by Australian wine legend Maurice O'Shae in 1946. There's an argument to be made that it's one of the most important vineyards planted in Australia over the last century.
What O'Shea did from those vines set in motion a revolution in Australian wine, taking it from a bulk commercial trade into the realm of fine wine. Those wines he made during the 50's and 60's from his Hunter Valley vineyard still survive today.
The modern-day Rosehill Shiraz is all class and elegance - a floral and earthy Hunter Shiraz of grace and gentle power. Some coffee oak notes, and high-toned spices are apparent, among the earthy, plummy fruit. There's a lick of grainy tannin to the finish. A lovely, savoury Shiraz from the historic Rosehill vineyard.
An easy bet to cellar for ten-plus years.
95 points
"Feels dense but sits high in the palate, satiny and then a fine trill of grainy, tensing tannins. Indeed, tannin quality is great here. Almost a pinosity to this wine too. Great charm."
- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)
