Head Wines The Brunette Shiraz 2022 albastrele The two stalwart varieties were

The two stalwart varieties were used to make vin ordinaire (ordinary wine) that was a daily drink for many in the region and in France

Palate: It is round and crisp on the palate

In the 1960's

7% Ciliegiolo and the remainder a mix of Syrah

Being on the higher slopes

Head Wines The Brunette Shiraz 2022 albastrele The two stalwart varieties wereIn the 2022 vintage, the base Shiraz comes from a vineyard planted circa 1965, in the Flaxman Valley at 480m altitude. The vineyard has a perfect easterly aspect and gradient to catch the morning sun and is shaded from the late heat of the day. The soils are lean, with clays, mixed ironstone and some scattered quartz, producing optimum conditions for dark, savoury fruits and fine, structured tannins. Alex Head