Chris Ringland, Hoffman Shiraz Size:6x750ml In a decidedly energetic style

In a decidedly energetic style

but much of that has been absorbed into the wine

but chiseled

There is length and complexity in the finish

clean and moderately austere finale

Chris Ringland, Hoffman Shiraz Size:6x750ml In a decidedly energetic styleReleased ahead of the 2009, reflecting the even, early vintage, the 2010 could not be more different. It's bursting with blackberry fruit on steroids joined by parma violet florals, followed by savoury layers of prune, liquorice and smoked meat. Dark, juicy and expressive, it has a very persistent salty, mineral finish supported by ripe, powerful tannins. It spent 62 months in 100% new French oak hogsheads.