Hope Estate The Ripper - Shiraz

Hope Estate is nestled in Donnybrook, Western Australia. This winery is not only a large concert venue but also has an on - site brewery, offering a real 'one - stop shop' experience. The Shiraz from this estate undergoes a bit of oak aging and is bottled and aged longer than other local wines. This results in a Shiraz that isn't overly intense or fruity. Instead, it brims with intense blackberry and bramble flavors, along with leather, black pepper, olive tapenade, and dried lavender notes. The finish is long - lasting, clearly showing the wine's maturity. It has a refined quality, unlike some younger wines in the region. The 2015 vintage started wet and rough but ended up being a great one. This gives the wine more subtle notes, making it closer to a Rhone - style wine rather than a typical hot Aussie vintage. It has been rated 90 points by MA.

To enjoy this Hope Estate Shiraz, first, let it breathe for about 30 minutes to an hour after opening. This will help release its full range of flavors. Serve it at a temperature around 60 - 64°F (15 - 18°C). You can pair it with rich meats like steak, lamb, or game. When it comes to storage, keep the bottle in a cool, dark place with a relatively stable temperature. Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight or extreme temperature changes. Also, once opened, try to finish the bottle within 2 - 3 days. You can keep the opened bottle in the refrigerator, but let it come back to the proper serving temperature before drinking again.