Howard Park
Leston Shiraz
Howard Park
Leston Shiraz
The Howard Park Distinguished Sites concept is designed to highlight the distinctive regional and site characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz from the very best vineyard sites in the Margaret River and the Great Southern, the two premier West Australian grape growing regions.
Vinification occurs in both open vat and closed stainless steel fermenters with diligent cap
management to extract fine fruit tannin and strong varietal flavor. Barrel maturation follows in 30 % new and 70% older barriques of which 95% are French oak and 5 % American oak. 18 months in oak, is ample time to achieve the thorough integration of oak and grape tannins.
After pressing, each batch is matured separately in order to build a wine history over time.
Tasting Notes
Margaret River in style with a sweet fruit expression and open weave tannin structure that ably support this generously proportioned wine. An intense, dark crimson color with an enticing bouquet of poached plums, blueberries, cinnamon, cracked pepper, violets and mocha. The palate is abundantly rich, full of supple ripe fruit and finished with chewy fruit tannins and a dust of oak.
The Howard Park Distinguished Sites concept is designed to highlight the distinctive regional and site characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz from the very best vineyard sites in the Margaret River and the Great Southern, the two premier West Australian grape growing regions.
Vinification occurs in both open vat and closed stainless steel fermenters with diligent cap
management to extract fine fruit tannin and strong varietal flavor. Barrel maturation follows in 30 % new and 70% older barriques of which 95% are French oak and 5 % American oak. 18 months in oak, is ample time to achieve the thorough integration of oak and grape tannins.
After pressing, each batch is matured separately in order to build a wine history over time.
Tasting Notes
Margaret River in style with a sweet fruit expression and open weave tannin structure that ably support this generously proportioned wine. An intense, dark crimson color with an enticing bouquet of poached plums, blueberries, cinnamon, cracked pepper, violets and mocha. The palate is abundantly rich, full of supple ripe fruit and finished with chewy fruit tannins and a dust of oak.
Brand Materials
“This is an aromatic, pretty Shiraz from Margaret River. Dive into ripe strawberry, rhubarb, pepper, toasty spice and a little meatiness on the nose. Then wade in juicy fruit and a silky smooth texture on the medium-bodied palate which finishes on a grip of savory tannins.”
“Showing much more red fruit and finesse than the Flint Rock bottling, the 2014 Shiraz Leston is a crisp, medium-bodied effort, showcasing raspberry and cherry fruit. Cedary notes frame the fruit, providing delineation and length, as well as adding appealing hints of baking spices. Drink this over the next 5-6 years.”
“Oozing with espresso flavors, this features a core of cherry, berry and plum notes. Spice and dried herb details linger on the finish, where the tannins firm up.”
Vineyard & Production Info
Vineyard name:
Leston Vineyard
Vineyard size:
345 acres
Soil composition:
Gravel and Clay-Loam
Training method:
Spur and Cane Pruned VSP, Smart Dyson
Elevation:
297 - 389 feet
Vines/acre:
742
Yield/acre:
2.4 - 3.2 tons
Exposure:
Northwestern
Year vineyard planted:
1996, 2010
Harvest time:
March
First vintage of this wine:
2002
Bottles produced of this wine:
18,313
Winemaking & Aging
Maceration length:
7 - 21
Varietal composition:
100% Shiraz
Fermentation container:
Stainless steel tanks
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
7 - 10 days
Fermentation temperature:
68 - 82 °F
Maceration technique:
Punchdown and Pumpovers
Malolactic fermentation:
Yes
Type of aging container:
Barrels
Size of aging container:
225L and 300L
Type of oak:
95% French, 5% American
Length of aging before bottling:
18 months
Age of Aging Container:
30% New, 70% Used