Rookery, Kangaroo Island, isolated and pristine. Vineyard 35 deg 45 mins South. Warm 1500 heat degree days ( HDD ) Maritime. Cool Summers and warm Winters.
Soils - sandy loam over clay. Limestone parent material.

VINTAGE

The 2004 growing season was a good season for wine grapes on Kangaroo Island. Mild, even temperatures.
The Shiraz fruit was picked on the 30th of March. The bunches were a medium size with lush berries.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Grape variety;	100% Shiraz
Zone;	Fleurieu
Region;	Kangaroo Island
Oak maturation;	New American Oak
Analysis;	Alcohol 14.7% by volume Ph 3.3 Acid 7.4.
Colour;	Deep colour with purple hue.
Winemaking;	Crush, destem, open ferment - 7 days and Airbag Press to retain all flavours.

TASTING NOTES

Aroma;	Ripe, powerful nose with some dark bitumen.
Palate;	Rich and concentrated with a good tannin structure.
Assessment;	A wine with real power and concentration.
Serve;	Serve at room temperature.
Cellaring;	The wine is very special to drink now, but will increase in intensity and quality for many years to come.
Availability;	Available in both screw cap and cork
Complimented with;	Char grilled Porterhouse Steak, Meaty Casserole, Mushroom Crepinettes or aged Cheeses