Fox Creek JSM Shiraz Cabernet/Cabernet Franc 2007

NOTES

It all began when a group of medicos decided to realise a lifelong passion - creating a wine from bare earth and sunshine. The earth was found at McLaren Vale, one of South Australia's premier wine regions, renowned worldwide for its Shiraz and other red wines. The sunshine was free. Between them and their families Fox Creek Wines was born and they could not have even guessed what a success their venture would be.

When Jim and Helen Watts bought the 32 hectare Fox Creek Vineyard property in 1984, they were advised against planting vines as the soils were heavy clay. The property had previously been used for growing barley and grazing sheep. Undeterred by the sceptics, they selected and planted fine quality cuttings and nurtured the young vines. Their labours bore fruit - extraordinary good quality fruit - that was lovingly converted into supreme quality wines. Under the skilled guidance of the winemakers, the wines came to life!

TASTING NOTES

A vibrant garnet red, the nose reveals an enticing lifted confit of red fruits with cherry, raspberry from the Shiraz components with blackcurrant Cabernet Sauvignon aromas and a subtle lift of violets derived from the Cabernet Franc. Integrated nutmeg oak spice derived from barrel fermentation adds complexity. The palate entry is soft, juicy and enticing. In the mouth the flavours expand to a multi-layered complexity of strawberry, blackcurrant and a spicy element from oak maturation. The juicy mid palate is balanced by ripe tannins and texture. A great drinking wine of complexity and substance.