Powell & Son, Loechel Eden Valley Shiraz 2018

"Inky violet. Powerful, spice- and mineral-accented cassis, cherry liqueur and fruitcake aromas show outstanding clarity and pick up a smoky nuance with aeration. Succulent black and blue fruit flavors display depth as well as energy and pick up vanilla, cola and violet pastille accents with air. Supple and broad on the strikingly long, youthfully tannic finish, which leaves resonating dark berry and floral notes behind." - Vinous

The Loechel shows generous dark ripe fruits of blackberry, cherry liqueur and cassis which is supported by dark chocolate and mocha tones and subtle herbs and spice. The palate reveals pronounced dark fruits, underscored by smoky, savoury and meaty notes: olives and charcuterie with subtle reductive funk. The palate is medium to full-bodied, yet maintains a mouth-staining inkiness to provide a long and satisfying finish with a persistent orange-rind like acid backbone.