Peter Lehmann 8 Songs Shiraz 2021 Description
On the nose, this wine reveals a captivating bouquet of dark stone fruits—plum and blueberry - layered with warming spice notes and a subtle dusty cedar character that adds complexity and intrigue.
The palate showcases exceptional texture and mouthfeel. Ripe plums and dark red fruits dominate the mid-palate, complemented by creamy chocolate undertones that enhance the wine's richness. Silky, well-integrated tannins provide structure without harshness, while a pure fruited finish extends into a long, savoury conclusion that lingers pleasantly on the finish.
This is a wine that rewards both immediate enjoyment and contemplation, with layers that unfold as it opens in the glass. The wine's impressive structure and balanced acidity suggest excellent ageing potential. Over the next 5-8 years, the primary fruit characteristics will evolve and deepen, allowing the spice and cedar notes to become more pronounced while the tannins soften further, developing greater complexity and elegance.
Patient collectors will find this Shiraz develops additional layers of secondary flavours - leather, tobacco leaf, and dried fruit - that emerge with time in bottle, making it an excellent candidate for cellaring.
Superb with roast lamb.