A MAJOR CONTRIBUTOR TO OUR SHIRAZ TERROIR SERIES PORTFOLIO, THE COVENANT IS 100% SHIRAZ AND 100% CLARE VALLEY AND IS DESIGNED TO FULLY EXPRESS THE VALLEY’S STRONG REGIONAL INDIVIDUALITY.
Along with the finest Rieslings, the Clare Valley has produced some of the most sought after Shiraz in the world.
Hand picked Shiraz fruit was selected from six vineyards throughout the Leasingham Valley with each being fermented separately, basket pressed and aged for 22 months in a combination of new and older French and American small oak casks.
Appearance: Bright red in colour with youthful crimson hues.
Nose: Focused and intensely varietal, the rich licorice, plum and spices flood the senses, beautifully supported by quality French oak.
Palate: Focused and intensely varietal, the rich licorice, plum and spices flood the senses, beautifully supported by quality French oak.
Cellaring Potential An ageing potential of at least 12 -15 years with careful cellaring
