The early release of Graveyard Shiraz (along with many other Brokenwood jewels ex the 2021 vintage) is presumably driven by the absence of any wines from the bushfire smoke contamination, but it’s a lovely wine managing to look great in this year, and doubtless will in 20, 30 or 40 years’ time too, take your pick. It has a complex bouquet, with some oak nuances in the backdrop, its masterful control of tannins is one of its secrets, red fruit joining the usual black and purple to complete the tale. Drink: 2023 – 2053.
2021
Brokenwood, Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz 6x75cl 98/100 JH
Top score: 98 points
“Initial palate is very supple and complete, giving a lovely flow from start to finish.”
Price IB:
£740.00 6 x 75cl Bottle
5 in stock
| Colour | RED |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Hunter Valley |
98 points James Halliday's Wine Companion
1st Classified Langton’s Classification Of Australian Wine
Bright mid-density colour with purple hues just adding to the appeal. The use of large format French oak allows the red spice and bramble fruit of Hunter Shiraz to shine. Initial palate is very supple and complete, giving a lovely flow from start to finish. The importance of acidity can never be underestimated as this underpins the structure and carry. A classic, medium weight Hunter Valley Shiraz with fine long tannins with persistent length. A wine that will only build with time.
94 points The Wine Enthusiast
There’s a cool, savory edge to this lucid, premium Hunter Valley Shiraz. The fresh red-berry fruit is etched in dried herbs and white pepper with a hint of florals. As the nose implies, there’s a lovely lift of acidity and sturdy, but fine-boned tannins. Still young, this could easily cellar another decade. “Cellar Selection”.
