2016 Glaetzer Anaperenna

84% shiraz, 16% cabernet sauvignon, openfermented, matured for 16 months in 100% new hogsheads (92% French, 8% American). The colour is typically deep, the bouquet complex, as is the palate (no surprise), but doesn’t hit you with its alcohol (most surprising of all). It’s hard to imagine the French oak could be the answer. Regardless, the black fruits (berry and currant) hold sway until the finish, when the alcohol does raise its head. I’m happy to accept that, but would choose my beef steak with care (5cm thick). 15.5% alc.