The Advance Release wines are a portal into what the future holds for Thistledown. Joel Mattschoss' Menglers Hill site is an outstanding, forward-thinking vineyard & we've been more than impressed by the results so far. This unique release offers a hint of the cooler side of Thistledown's Barossa Shiraz. A near-perfect growing season resulted in a beautifully balanced, intense yet aromatic & elegant wine. Smoky cassis, plum, olive & mocha lead through to a dense, refined palate with creamy, vibrant black fruits with hints of balsam.