The team at Leeuwin have been putting a tremendous amount of work into developing a Northern Rhone influenced shiraz. And it's paying off. The aim is to get a high-end aromatic influence on the nose and a seamless and integrated medium bodied palate without excessive oak. In fact, the oak now is in large formats, so it's obvious influence is diminished but it still nonetheless plays its part. Spicy red fruits with a beautiful palate delivery extends effortlessly.