Sorby Adams 2016 The Thing

The Thing is the Sorby Adams top of the line Shiraz. Sourced from their Home Vineyard high in the Eden Valley at 475 metres above sea level. Planted by Pastor Franz Julius Lehmann in 1932, the low-yielding, gnarled vines are some of the oldest in the region. Only their best barrels make their way into this classic, cool- climate Shiraz and the 2016 release shows again, why the old-vine fruit of the Eden Valley is so highly sought after.

Deep brick-red in the glass with opulent, rich aromas of macerated plums, crème de cassis, blackberry and wild cherry along with a splash of cranberry which opens up the aromatic profile beautifully. Hints of deep-set spice – clove, cinnamon, fennel, dark chocolate, espresso, vanilla and creamy French oak.

Awarded 97 points  Sam Kim – Wine Orbit September 2019