Clonakilla 'Hilltops' Shiraz region_king-valley After racking the wine was

After racking the wine was put into a mixture old and 20% new oak barrels and left undisturbed for 10months

great with food or without

nutty-yeasty with light floral notes in tow

with heading down boards used to submerge the skins into the fermenting must for colour and tannin extraction

While it's immediately appealing

Clonakilla 'Hilltops' Shiraz region_king-valley After racking the wine wasProducer Iconic Australian winery and vineyard that was first established in 1971 in the Canberra district, known for producing captivating and age worthy Shiraz Viognier most notably, but also straight Shiraz, Chardonnay, Riesling and a Cabernet blend. Clonkakilla is a family run business with the second generation currently leading the charge, Tim Kirk, who is head winemaker and general manager. Tasting Note "Ive always been partial and Id say that