Langmeil Orphan Bank Shiraz 2023 manto-negro discrete spice

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faded plum and a maritime pungency (very much a Boal character) of iodine engendering an umami rich-savouriness

Soils here have a dominance of grey marl with sediments of clay

The nose develops a natural range of subtle floral and earthy green plant aromas such as acacia

Langmeil Orphan Bank Shiraz 2023 manto-negro discrete spice2023 saw a much later start to vintage due to higher than average winter rains followed by mild spring and summer temperatures. Above average yields also added to the slow ripening time. The lovely, aromatic, balanced whites and elegant, structured, somewhat spicier, peppery reds reflect the mild conditions. The wet start to the growing season added disease pressure with downy mildew reducing the crop, and botrytis reared its head in late ripening