2021 Clonakilla Shiraz / Viognier

Proprietary Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

WA 97 JS 96 HWC 95 VN 92
WA 97

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, November 2022

I've been chipping away at a bottle of this 2021 Shiraz Viognier all week of a nighttime, and a very interesting and impressive trend has emerged. Despite the wine in the glass being delicate, pristine and almost a little...
JS 96

jamessuckling.com, October 2022

Fantastic aromas of dark berry, thyme, white pepper, and lavender. Medium-bodied with firm and silky tannins that are fine textured, long and persistent that run the length of the wine. Energetic and focused. Drinkable...
HWC 95

Halliday Wine Companion, July 2022

Somewhat atypical with lots of upfront acidity and pomegranate tang throughout. There are red and blue fruits in the mix and wafts of warm earth and oak spice. Plus, plenty of fresh herbs and menthol, the latter imparting...
VN 92

Vinous, November 2022

This 2021 Shiraz Viognier is pretty and ethereal thanks to the cool vintage, showing gentile raspberry, rose petal, and white pepper aromas lifted by stalky Chinese five spice. Supple and elegant in style, fresh acidity...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Proprietary Blend
Country Australia
Region New South Wales
Sub-region Canberra
Vintage 2021
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13.5%
Closure Screw Cap

The 2021 Clonakilla Shiraz / Viognier is a proprietary blend from the Canberra sub-region of New South Wales, Australia. Produced by Clonakilla, this wine is a blend of Shiraz and Viognier, characterized by its red color and closed with a screw cap. It has an alcohol content of 13.5%.

Vinous awarded this wine a score of 92 and described it as "pretty and ethereal" with aromas of raspberry, rose petal, and white pepper, complemented by Chinese five spice. The review noted the wine's "supple and elegant" style, with fresh acidity and delicate tannins contributing to a "fine and lingering finish." According to Vinous, it's a refined expression of Clonakilla that can be enjoyed from 2022 to 2035.

Halliday Wine Companion rated the wine at 95, calling it "somewhat atypical" with "upfront acidity and pomegranate tang." The review highlighted the presence of red and blue fruits, warm earth, oak spice, fresh herbs, and menthol, which imparts a cooling sensation. It described the wine as "tightly coiled, stony and firm," yet medium-bodied with "supple, fine tannins." Halliday found it to be an intriguing and enjoyable rendition, suggesting it could be enjoyed by 2035.

James Suckling gave the wine a score of 96, praising its "fantastic aromas of dark berry, thyme, white pepper, and lavender." He noted the medium body, firm and silky tannins, and fine texture. Suckling emphasized the wine's energy and focus, recommending it be consumed in a couple of years to soften its edges.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate provided the highest score at 97. The review detailed the wine's evolution over several days, noting how it opened up beautifully and harmonized its components. The Advocate highlighted notes of "rose petals, raspberry leaf tea, brine, licorice root, redcurrant, tobacco leaf," and hints of "orange rind/bergamot." The palate is shaped by very fine tannins, leaving a trail of "cocoa nib, clove bud" and orange zest. The review concluded by praising the wine's quality and ageability, suggesting it is a beautiful wine in its youth.

Overall, the 2021 Clonakilla Shiraz / Viognier is highly regarded by professional reviewers, with excellent reviews particularly from James Suckling and Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, highlighting its complex aromas, refined structure, and promising ageability.