Haselgrove First Cut McLaren Vale Shiraz 2018

The principle behind Haselgrove's first cut wines revolves around the winemaking term ‘first cut’ in which, during the pressing cycle, the softer free run juice/wine is separated from the second cut or pressings. This principle flows through to the style of First Cut wines, producing wines with great drinkability, well suited to be enjoyed with food or as a drink with friends. The palate is medium to full-bodied with dark fruit flavours, hints of wild herb and cedary spice. A perfectly balanced wine with generous fruit flavours and velvety tannins.

"...matured for 16 months in French oak (20% new). A bully, a ruffian. Don't have a glass without forethought and after lunch... 90pts" (Halliday).