Hickinbotham Cab/Shiraz The Peake

In the early 1800's when Australian colonists were buying their first cuttings in France, it was common for the great Bordeaux chateaux to add some Shiraz (Syrah) from Hermitage to their Cabernets. Having taken cuttings from both regions, Australia kept an ancient pre-phylloxera, pre-appellation tradition alive. Opulent yet lithe, The Peake's aroma is tantalising, seductive in its youthful confidence while daring you to wait years. Lashings of all the blackest pulpy berries, bright, fine tannins and lively natural acidity ensure this is wine of long-term promise.