2016 Yalumba The Octavius Shiraz Museum Release 750ml Gift Box

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About This Wine

The Octavius Old Vine Shiraz is Yalumba’s flagship Shiraz, sourced from six vineyards across the Barossa, including Eden Valley vines planted in 1854. With an average vine age of 111 years, the blend comprises 69% Eden Valley and 31% Barossa Valley fruit, combining aromatic lift and seamless structure with richness and concentration.

The wine was matured for 21 months in a combination of new French oak barriques and hogsheads, alongside older French octaves, barriques and hogsheads.

"From old vines back to 1854. Barossa. Incredibly intense, dense shiraz with cassis, dark berries, chocolate-mocha, dried fruits and mixed spices. The wine gradually unfolds in the mouth revealing many subtle nuances. It will certainly reward cellaring. It has the texture of cocoa powder. " - 97 Points Bob Campbell MW, The Real Review, Apr 2021

Specifications

• Vintage: 2016
• Grape Variety: Shiraz
• Region: Barossa Valley / South Australia / Australia
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Acidity TA: 6.4 g/L
• Acidity pH: 3.52
• Maturation: 21 months in French oak barriques, hogsheads and octaves
• Winemaker / Ownership: Kevin Glastonbury
• Closure: Cork
• Drinking windows: 2021-2039