Langmeil Orphan Bank Shiraz 2023 manto-negro faded plum and a maritime

faded plum and a maritime pungency (very much a Boal character) of iodine engendering an umami rich-savouriness

discrete spice

This wine is very elegant and velvety with harmonious flavors and a pleasantly bitter aftertaste

It is well structured with moderate alcohol and is lovely to drink today

Langmeil Orphan Bank Shiraz 2023 manto-negro faded plum and a maritime2023 saw a much later start to vintage due to higher than average winter rains followed by mild spring and summer temperatures. Above average yields also added to the slow ripening time. The lovely, aromatic, balanced whites and elegant, structured, somewhat spicier, peppery reds reflect the mild conditions. The wet start to the growing season added disease pressure with downy mildew reducing the crop, and botrytis reared its head in late ripening