Tim Gramp Clare Valley Watervale Shiraz 2014 pierro this Grenache-dominant cuvee is sourced

this Grenache-dominant cuvee is sourced from two sites just north of the boundary of Chateauneuf-du-Pape: Maucoil and Bois Lauzon

with linearity and grip - the melding of fruit skins and soil running the show and finishing with a nice metal-mineral acid thread

The wine ferments and ages in oak barrels with regular bâtonnage and is bottled after 18 months

Winemaker Franco Massolino has done a wonderful job of marrying change with a respect for tradition

The palate is crisp and fresh

Tim Gramp Clare Valley Watervale Shiraz 2014 pierro this Grenache-dominant cuvee is sourcedThe fruit for this wine was sourced off Paddy and Maxine Brazels single site vineyard located in the township of Watervale. A seductive, full bodied style exhibiting spice and blackberry aromas. The complex berry flavours are a result of time honoured basket pressing, balanced with fine tannins and subtle oak, finishing with length and depth. Time in the cellar of 7 10 years.