Oxford Landing - Riverlife Stargazing Juicy Red 2022 (750ml) Haut-Medoc Grand Cru Classe

Oxford Landing - Riverlife Stargazing Juicy Red 2022 (750ml) Haut-Medoc Grand Cru ClasseCertified Eco Friendly Practices: Certified, stated on label Sustainability Certification: Sustainable Winegrowing Australia Varietal composition: 100% Red blend Fining agent: vegan Alcohol: 12. 5% pH level: 3. 48 Residual sugar: 8. 1 g L Acidity: 5. 12 g L Oxford Landing Riverlife Stargazing Juicy Red 2022 W I N E D E S C R I P T I O N When the Hill Smith Family first tilled the arid soils of Oxford Landing back in 1958, they were driven by a bold

which are now the main diamonds in the Sceptre and Crown of the British crown jewels

It is in the nature of the 2005 vintage that it seems to produce somewhat less lush

The deep black cherry colour expresses in the glass an intense bouquet of black fruits mixed with animal and notes of camphore

the palate is just a tad lean with chewy tannins and bold freshness

Aromas of dark cherries and ripe raspberries with hints of cocoa and sweet spices

and very little moisture stress was noticeable on the vines

There are also subtle hints of oak and earth

Editors' Choice

He vinified with an average of 40% whole clusters in 2015 and did just three punchdowns during the course of three weeks of maceration

The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins

and a touch of chalky minerality

91 points Int'l Wine Cellar