Eligo - From Latin: To pick out, select or choose the best. Released only from the best Barossa vintages, a meticulous selection of the most exceptional Shiraz we can produce. The latest release displays the palate texture, length and restrained power that has defined this wine since the inaugural 2005 vintage release. The process of creating Eligo begins in the vineyard, where the most exceptional parcels of fruit are identified. Aiming for a structured but elegant expression of Barossa Shiraz. The

John Duval Wines Eligo Shiraz 2020

$130.00
By John Duval Wines

 Eligo - From Latin: To pick out, select or choose the best.

Released only from the best Barossa vintages, a meticulous selection of the most exceptional Shiraz we can produce. The latest release displays the palate texture, length and restrained power that has defined this wine since the inaugural 2005 vintage release.

The process of creating Eligo begins in the vineyard, where the most exceptional parcels of fruit are identified. Aiming for a structured but elegant expression of Barossa Shiraz. The Barossa Valley components deliver depth and structure to the palate with an overlay of rich concentrated fruit flavour, the Eden Valley components bring vibrant aromatics. Post-vinification a further selection is made before the best wines are put to barrel. Post maturation, a final classification is made to produce what can confidently be proclaimed to be the finest Shiraz of the vintage from John Duval Wines.

Vintage: 2020

Grape Variety: Shiraz

Region: Barossa

Reviews:

97 points Stuart Knox, The Real Review 
“Deep and intense ruby and purple colours in the glass. Plum, blueberry, vanilla oil and dark chocolate aromas. Rich and weighty on the palate with a subtle ironstone minerality adding character to the rich dark fruit core. Intense and incredibly long with gravelly tannins bringing the whole palate into focus as it rolls to the finish. Cellar time will be very well rewarded.” 

96 points Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion 
“A vineyard selection across the finest plot from which winemaker John Duval sources grapes. Rich, concentrated and graceful, it’s a wine that is harmonious and shows great presence as it travels across the palate. Satsuma plum, blackberry and black cherry fruits of great depth and purity. Studded with hints of baking spice, sage, licorice, dark chocolate, panforte, jasmine, olive tapenade, cedar and earth. There’s a meaty, beef-stock edge to the palate, tending savoury on the finish, with powdered graphite tannins and a fine acid pulse. Super stuff.” 

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