Pepper Tree Cool Climates Shiraz pouilly-sur-loire dried thyme and subtle oak

dried thyme and subtle oak spice

Vinified in cement with indigenous yeast and then aged in 400 litre barrels (none new) the wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal S02

Fortunately these rains were followed by sunny dry conditions and we found minimal disease pressure in the vineyard

south-facing Mont-Damnés is one of Chavignol’s warmest sites

The wines are made in a similar fashion: 100% whole-bunch vinification with wild yeasts and 16 months’ maturation

Pepper Tree Cool Climates Shiraz pouilly-sur-loire dried thyme and subtle oakPepper Tree started with a focus on grapes from the Hunter Valley but today the roots run deep for owner John Davis with vineyard sites in four premium wine growing regions across Australia. Blended from two cool climate regions of Orange and Wrattonbully, this Shiraz is a focus on style and expression. Vibrant florals and hints of pepper fill the nose. The palate is layered with juicy red fruits, complex spice notes and a great acid line showcasing