Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz 2018 – more redemption?

Finally, a Peter Lehmann red that lives up to the history of this proud Barossan name. It’s a redemption of sorts, especially after the subpar 8 Songs Shiraz. Conversely, it should be for a $120 red with a multi-decade history of greatness.

Would you buy it?

Even at six years old this looks bright and youthful. Purple. Chunky. Right. There’s a black spice and mocha power to it that I picked as some Eden Valley fruit (unconfirmed), and it’s pretty sexy. Then you descend back to the Barossa Valley floor with a dark, rich, cooked plum and mocha expansive thickness. Bright and powerful, this has bold mid-palate impact despite a little late plum liqueur alcohol warmth. The long chocolatey finish is quality, too. It may be a bit obvious, but hey, it is a premium Barossan red, after all.

A rock-solid Stonewell.

THE VERDICT

• Best drinking: now and for at least fifteen years
• Score (out of 20): 18.5
• Score (out of 100): 94
• Alcohol %: 14.5
• RRP (in $AUD): 120
• Winery website: https://www.peterlehmannwines.com/
• Would I buy it?: a glass or two easy