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Sister’s Run

2020

‘Epiphany’

Shiraz   |   McLaren Vale - Australia
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About

It was a true ‘epiphany’ when Elena’s relationship with Tony Parkinson of Penny’s Hill resulted in getting a few tons of prime A-grade Shiraz to make under the Sister’s Run label. As long-time friends it was a dream to have the high-toned, perfumed aromatics of this sandy site fold into the mix nicely. The vineyard sits on the foothills east of McLaren Vale. The original narrow-planted Penny’s Hill Vineyard produces lower yields of high quality Shiraz to make wines with texture, complexity and interest. It’s slightly cooler there than the valley floor, so the site experiences even ripening temperatures and by precise canopy management, produces fruit of a quality which ranks it among the district’s best.

The fruit was hand-harvested in mid-March and fermented with a combination of some tanks open top with ambient yeast and others in closed tanks with a cultured ‘native’ strain. Pumpovers were used to gently extract tannin and color, preserving much of the perfume tones. Post fermentation, the wine was racked to barrel and aged for 12 months without adulteration. The barrels were blended back to tank and bottled with a light fining and a small sulfur addition, but without filtration.

Stats

  • Grapes: 100% Shiraz
  • Vineyard: Penny's Hill Vineyard
  • Vine Age: 29-years-old
  • Soil Type: Sandy loam over biscay clay
  • Viticulture: Sustainable (members of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia)
  • Fermentation: Partial native and house cultured strain in tank
  • Skin Contact: 10 days
  • Aging: 12 months in French barrique (15% new)
  • Alcohol: 14.5%
  • pH: 3.55
  • Total Acidity: 6.0 g/L
  • Total SO2: 36 ppm
  • Total Production: 12,526 cases
  • UPC: 9342160000225

Tasting Note

Violet in color. The nose is redolent of late summer blackberries and a beautiful peppery spice. There is a chocolatey warmth to the palate that unfolds with stewed plums and a hint of candied ginger. It coats the mouth pleasantly, with a loving grip that glides to a graceful, textured finish.

Press & Reviews

Wine & Spirits

90

BEST BUY
"McLaren Vale in all its sunny richness, this carries a heavy dose of mineral tannins that give it edges and angles. Youthfully blunt, this needs a year in bottle."

- Joshua Greene

James Suckling

91

"A richly flavored wine that is extremely attractive for the price. Aromas of damson plum, blueberry and satsuma plum with red, sour fleshiness piercing the mid-palate and providing lift. Supple and round with a touch of acidity and a crease of oak tannin across the lingering, easygoing finish. Drink or hold. Screw cap."

- Ned Goodwin, MW

VinePair

93

"This McLaren Vale Shiraz is a great example of how balanced this style of Syrah can be. It’s an extremely good value for the price, and true to the bold Australian style, while providing great balance. The nose is earthy and peppery with some deep plumy fruit. The mouthfeel is soft and subtle with a fleshy vibe that balances the depth and acidity."

- Keith Beavers
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Sister’s Run

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McLaren Vale

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Australia

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