1999 Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz 750ml

Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz represents the essence of the Barossas generous character. Immensely concentrated, low-yield fruit, combined with skilled winemaking, is the basis of this great Australian Shiraz. Stonewell, first vintaged in 1987, is sourced from the ‘best of the best’ Shiraz vineyards of the Barossa, including Stonewell (hence the name), Marananga, Greenock, Kalimna, Ebenezer and the dry western district of Rosedale. Eden Valley material can also be included in certain years. A classical yet modern style, nowadays the wine is barrel fermented and matured in new and second-fill French oak. Stonewell Shiraz shows plenty of paneforte, plum, chocolate aromas, voluminous sweet fruit, structured tannins, well-seasoned oak flavours and tremendous length.

Critic tasting note: “A nicely balanced Shiraz, with restrained mint, chocolate and cedar aromas layered over dark, plummy fruit. Turns a bit tart and tangy on the finish, but overall shows a solid degree of elegance and finesse. Evolving much as predicted in our earlier review (12/15/06). Drink now2015.” – 89/100 Enthusiast