Tasting Notes
The expression of Shiraz from the temperate Margaret River region combines the ripeness and opulence of warmer climates with the spice and elegance typical of cooler ones. Howard Park’s 2016 Leston Shiraz is a fine example of this appealing style. Generous aromas of black plums provide a luscious richness, complimented by the inviting mocha and cocoa notes of French oak. Hints of ginger, anise and pepper add elegance and spice. Round in texture, the palate’s soft red berry fruits and plush mouthfeel is refreshed by chewy, vibrant tannins.
Cellaring
drink now until 2030
- Vintage
Awards
- 2016
Gold Medal - Royal Hobart Wine Show
- 2016
Bronze Medal - Margaret River Wine Show
- 2016
Bronze Medal - Great Australian Shiraz Challenge
- 2015
Silver Medal - Great Australian Shiraz Challenge
- 2015
Bronze Medal - Margaret River Wine Show
- 2014
Silver Medal - Wine 100 China
- 2014
Bronze Medal - Rutherglen Wine Show
- 2012
Gold Medal - Royal Hobart Wine Show
- 2012
Silver Medal - Margaret River Wine Show
- 2012
Bronze Medal - Sydney Royal Wine Show
- 2012
Bronze Medal - Syrah du Monde
- 2012
Bronze Medal - Hong Kong International Wine Challenge
- 2011
Bronze Medal - Perth Royal Wine Show
- 2010
Bronze Medal - International Wine & Spirits competition
- 2009
Gold Medal - Qantas Mount Barker Wine Show
- 2009
Bronze Medal - VISY Great Australian Shiraz Challenge
- 2009
Bronze Medal - MRWIA Wine Show
- 2008
Silver Medal - International Wine Challenge
- Vintage
Awards
- 2008
Bronze Medal - Syrah du Monde
- 2008
Bronze Medal - VISY Great Australian Shiraz Challenge
- 2008
Bronze Medal - Royal Hobart International Wine Show
- 2008
Bronze Medal - Qantas Mount Barker Wine Show
- 2008
Bronze Medal - MRWIA Wine Show
- 2007
Gold Medal - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
- 2007
Bronze Medal - Qantas Mount Barker Wine Show
- 2005
Bronze Medal - Qantas Mount Barker Wine Show
- 2004
Gold Medal - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
- 2004
Silver Medal - Syrah du Monde
- 2004
Silver Medal - International Wine Challenge
- 2004
Bronze Medal - VISY Great Australian Shiraz Challenge
- 2004
Bronze Medal - Qantas Mount Barker Wine Show
- 2003
Bronze Medal - International Wine & Spirits Competition
- 2002
Gold Medal - San Francisco International Wine Show
- 2002
Bronze Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards
- 2001
Bronze Medal - MRWIA Wine Show
Product Reviews
"Fragrant, almost floral aroma; clean and fresh, with lots of appeal, the palate deep and fleshy, with abundant grip and a lasting aftertaste. Some meaty charcuterie flavours. A chunky, solid, full-bodied shiraz with a big future. "
91 Points - Huon Hooke
The Real Review
"A densely-coloured, richly-flavoured, opulent wine. Ripe plum and blackberry flavours. The well-integrated tannin is gently drying and provides ample support for the fruit. The perfect wine for lovers of full-bodied, plush, concentrated shiraz."
90 Points - Toni Patterson
The Real Review
"...It boasts more complexity than many a Margaret River Shiraz: this tastes of berries and cloves though there are earth, game and coffee ground flavours too. It feels silken as it rolls along the tongue, the finish then slightly warm(ing). Tannin is silty. In all, it’s a very good release.
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92+ Points - Campbell Mattinson
The Wine Front
"Fresh crimson-purple hue; a cleverly made wine, fruit, oak and tannins all employed on the journey from the bouquet to the finish and aftertaste. Blackberry, plum and mocha do most of the work, liquorice and spice watching on from the sidelines. The plush mouthfeel is an ode to the soft but persistent tannins."
94 Points - James Halliday
Halliday Magazine - March 2019
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