Tellurian Sommet Shiraz 2021 cabernet sauvignon The ‘young’ block was planted

The ‘young’ block was planted to the East in the 1990s on a sloping site in a similarly tough environment

Meticulously grown in the stunning Parkburn region of Central Otago

primarily as it is a demanding method of vinification that requires grapes with an excellent degree of maturity

Punch-downs and gentle pumpovers are the only activity over the maceration period

It undergoes a lengthy maturation period in the cellars before release

Tellurian Sommet Shiraz 2021 cabernet sauvignon The ‘young’ block was plantedThe Sommet Shiraz is a single block wine made from a relatively tiny, densely populated block that was planted at Tellurian on the Mount Camel range ridgeline. 18 days on the skins, 10% whole bunch fermentation, pressed to seasoned 600L demi muids and barriques, and 8 months of oak ageing. This flagship shiraz, which comes from the Tellurian vineyard's highest point, is of some stature. Astonishingly rich hue, natural balance, the darkest of berries,