Past Vintages

Technical Details

"How this depth of colour was achieved in '11, I don't know, even less the full-bodied palate, but that is less important than the splendidly rich palate festooned with high quality oak and good tannins. 94 pts."

Reprinted with permission from the 2014 James Halliday Australian Wine Companion

"Deep purple-black in colour, the 2011 The Gate Shiraz reveals notes of macerated blackberries and black cherry preserves with overtones of violets, toasty oak and menthol plus a whiff of black pepper. Full-bodied and packed with expressive blackberry, vanilla and spice flavors, it displays a solid backbone of medium - firm, rounded tannins and lively acid before finishing long. Drink to 2019+. 91 pts"

Lisa Perotti-Brown, The Wine Advocate, February 2013

Tasting Note:

Satsuma plum hues highlight the deep red colour. Aromas of mulberry, blueberry, star anise and a hint of mocha oak fill the glass. A compote of dark forest fruits overflow from the full-bodied, structurally linear palate. The fine balance of power and finesse ensure both alluring drinkability and longevity.

Awards:

• Trophy - 2013 McLaren Vale Wine Show - Best McLaren Vale Shiraz $25 - $50
• Gold medal - 2013 McLaren Vale Wine Show, class 10
• Gold medal - 2013 Royal Melbourne Wine Show, class 42
• Double Gold medal - 2013 China Wine & Spirits Awards
• Gold medal - 2013 New Zealand International Wine Show, class 18a
• Gold medal - 2013 Berlin Wine Trophy, Germany
• 94 pts - James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2014
• 91 pts - The Wine Advocate, Feb 2013, USA