2013 1867 Old Patch Shiraz

The growing season for the 2013 vintage was one of minimal stress. The incredibly wet autumn and winter of 2012 meant there was great soil moisture, and warmer conditions followed in summer and into vintage. Some rain towards the end of the white harvest was followed by warm, windy conditions which ensured no disease pressure. pH 3.41, TA 7.03 g/l. Sweet and round with lots of freshness. Lots to chew on. A tiny bit of mintiness on the nose. A little skinnier than the 2014. (JR)