2021 Charles Melton Nine Popes GSM -dozen- showcasing remarkable depth and intensity

showcasing remarkable depth and intensity

forest floor and mineral nuances

or succulent Atlantic salmon

this Shiraz shines with impeccable balance and grace—another stunner in the lineup

Fine natural acidity gives energy and lift

2021 Charles Melton Nine Popes GSM -dozen- showcasing remarkable depth and intensityNine Popes shows a lovely, deep colour with a bright crimson edge, immediately signalling both vibrancy and depth. The nose opens with a lifted, exotic perfume of spice and sweet aromatics, unfolding into a distinctive licorice allsorts character. Despite the use of 50% new oak, it remains beautifully restrained in the background, providing structure and support rather than dominance. The palate is plush and rounded, driven by layers of licorice and