Pigeon Hill Winery 2016 Shiraz-Cabernet South Eastern Australia

2016 South Australia Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon

The Pigeon Hill Winery 2016 Shiraz-Cabernet from South Eastern Australia showcases a delightful balance of flavors and textures. This red blend, composed of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, offers a medium-full body that envelops the palate. The acidity brightens the fruit-forward profile, enhancing the prominent fruit intensity that tantalizes the taste buds. Firm tannins provide structure and depth to this wine, adding to its overall complexity. The 2016 vintage reflects the unique terroir of South Australia, making it a standout choice for wine enthusiasts seeking a robust and well-rounded drinking experience.

Tasting notes:

Juicy and sweet in the mouth, this blend showcases notes of blueberry and lush blackberry alongside smoky caramel and cocoa from the oak aging. Full bodied with moderate acidity, this blend has a velvety mouthfeel.

Chocolate

Cherry

Oak

Flavor profile:

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

South Australia

From juicy, full-bodied Shiraz and bold Rhône-style blends to deliciously buttery, oak-touched Chardonnay and surprisingly elegant Rieslings, South Australia is renowned for its wide array of crowd-pleasing wines. The key is the state's diverse geography and climate. With hot, dry regions like Riverland and cool, coastal areas like the Adelaide Hills, winemakers have an incredible range of grapes and styles at their disposal. South Australia is responsible for more than half of Australia's total wine production and makes some of the country's most prominent wine labels. It is also home to world-famous regions like Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale and Clare Valley.

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