The 2016 Heartland One Cabernet Shiraz is Heartland’s flagship Langhorne Creek red, crafted by Ben Glaetzer from 69% Cabernet Sauvignon and 31% Shiraz. The nose is concentrated and complex, showing blackberry and dark fruits with touches of redcurrant, mint, chocolate, cedar and savoury spice.
On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured, with concentrated dark fruit, finely tuned acidity and firm, mature tannins. Cabernet provides freshness and structure while Shiraz adds depth and plush fruit, leading to a long, balanced finish with cedar, spice and subtle developed notes.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a great choice for Cabernet Shiraz drinkers looking for a mature, cellar-worthy expression of Langhorne Creek. Drinking well now with bottle age, it can continue developing with careful cellaring. Pair with roast lamb, grilled steak, slow-cooked beef or mature cheeses.
