Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier 2012 Vintage Wafting from the glass with

Wafting from the glass with a deep bouquet of dark berries

but tightly structured frame

it will reward patience

Decidedly cool

though impressive in terms of persistence

Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier 2012 Vintage Wafting from the glass withDeep red purple hue and a rich, ripe bouquet showcasing spice and floral notes, violets and roses, with pepper and other spices together with red rather than black fruits. It's very intense and beautifully focused on the palate, concentrated yet elegant and at the fuller bodied end of the spectrum for this maker. The texture is immaculately smooth and fine grained and the palate has great depth and persistence. A magical wine, probably the best ever