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CHAPEL HILL Road Block Shiraz, McLaren Vale 2020 Bottle
About this wine
Chapel Hill Road Block Shiraz, McLaren Vale
This Shiraz draws its strength from a singular vineyard parcel on the Chapel Hill estate, where the ironstone-rich soils of the Onkaparinga Hills meet the cooling influence of the Gulf St Vincent. The Road Block name refers to the specific vines that flank the winery’s entrance, consistently producing the most concentrated fruit on the property.
Winemaker Michael Paxton adopts a patient approach to ensure the site’s character remains the focal point. The grapes undergo open-top fermentation before maturing in a combination of French oak hogsheads and larger puncheons. This process integrates the tannins without masking the fruit, resulting in a wine that prioritises structure and longevity over simple sweetness.
The nose delivers a focused profile of mulberry, cracked black pepper and bay leaf. On the palate, expect a dense core of plum and dark chocolate supported by fine, savoury tannins. It is a precise expression of McLaren Vale Shiraz that balances regional power with a refined finish, making it a reliable addition to any cellar.
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Under the guidance of winemakers Michael Fragos and Bryn Richards, Chapel Hill strives to hand craft wines with purity and balance. To pursue this belief, all of our grapes and wines are handled gently in small batches with a restrained winemaking philosophy. As a result there are no additions of any fining agents or tannins. The red wines are open fermented, plunged and basket pressed and are not filtered to ensure the wonderful site and varietal characters are nurtured and protected. Our mantra of seeking power, style and grace encourages our wines to articulate the wonderful charm of McLaren Vale so then others can also enjoy the beauty of our place.
