My observation is that this 2011 vintage feels more overtly ripe

a site originally planted with 17 heritage clones

dry-grown Shiraz vines from the Hill of Grace vineyard that are

this cool growing site north of Montalcino village performs very nicely in the hot vintages such as this

high clay content soil sitting on a bed of solid rock)

Barde Haut other_regions My observation is that thisMedium bodied, soft, open and delivering licorice, truffle, cocoa, black cherry, smoke, coffee bean and wet earth aromas, the wine is soft, lush and offers length and character. It's hard to believe this is already just days away from its 19th birthday.