2008 Hartenberg Shiraz Gravel Hill

Wine: 2008 Hartenberg Shiraz Gravel Hill
Estate: Hartenberg Wine Estate
Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa
Winemaker: Patrick Ngamane
Elevage: 18 months in 100% new French Allier oak.
Varietals: 100% Shiraz.
Decant: Unknown.
Location: New Year's Day party at the Ballington's house on 1/1/2016.

Tasting Note:

Color: Ruby red. Deep and dark.

Nose/Smell: Meaty with a lot of salami or prosciutto. Smokey as well. Love the nose.

Palate/Taste: Caramel, vanilla in the attack then goes very dry in a very long and lingering finish. Heavy tannins (8/10) and full bodied. 

Opinion: Just as delicious as tasting at the estate two weeks ago. Definitely a wine that you can cellar for the long hall. Absolutely delicious.

Dates: Now till 2036.
Rating: 93
Price: $$ - $33.00