Tournon by Michel Chapoutier 2012 Shay’s Flat Vineyard Shiraz (Pyrenees)

Country: Australia / Shay’s Flat Vineyard
Variety: Shiraz Victoria
Winery: Tournon by Michel Chapoutier / Pyrenees

As one might expect from a Rhône-based producer, this is a meaty, earthy rendering of Shiraz. It’s only medium bodied, but frames its black olive and spice flavors in dry, dusty tannins. Drink now–2020.