Planta Circa Ancestor Vine Shiraz 2018
A wine of impeccable structure and style with concentrated black Berry and red plums, that transition seamlessly to reveal elements of dark chocolate, mint with a perfect balance of spiced oak integration. The tannins are silky in texture but with underlying power that makes this #fantasticwines a delight to drink now, but it will continue to evolve in the cellar into the 2030s.
Budburst Rating: #fantasticwine 96pts
Region: Barossa Valley, South Australia
last tasted by Joe 23/1/23
A wine of impeccable structure and style with concentrated black Berry and red plums, that transition seamlessly to reveal elements of dark chocolate, mint with a perfect balance of spiced oak integration. The tannins are silky in texture but with underlying power that makes this #fantasticwines a delight to drink now, but it will continue to evolve in the cellar into the 2030s.
Budburst Rating: #fantasticwine 96pts
Region: Barossa Valley, South Australia
last tasted by Joe 23/1/23
A wine of impeccable structure and style with concentrated black Berry and red plums, that transition seamlessly to reveal elements of dark chocolate, mint with a perfect balance of spiced oak integration. The tannins are silky in texture but with underlying power that makes this #fantasticwines a delight to drink now, but it will continue to evolve in the cellar into the 2030s.
Budburst Rating: #fantasticwine 96pts
Region: Barossa Valley, South Australia
last tasted by Joe 23/1/23
About Purple Hands Wines
Purple Hands Wines, nestled in the renowned Barossa Valley of South Australia, is a boutique winery that has earned acclaim for its handcrafted wines that express the essence of the region, Purple Hands Wines is dedicated to producing small-batch wines that showcase the unique terroir and heritage of the Barossa. Founded by Craig Stansborough and Mark Slade, Purple Hands Wines combines traditional winemaking techniques with a modern approach to create wines of exceptional quality and character.
The winery's name, Purple Hands, pays homage to the hands-on approach of its founders, who passionately handcraft each wine from vine to bottle. Specializing in premium Shiraz and Grenache, Purple Hands Wines sources grapes from carefully selected vineyard sites across the Barossa Valley, ensuring that each wine reflects the diversity and complexity of the region. With a focus on sustainability and integrity, Purple Hands Wines has established itself as a respected producer in the Barossa Valley, celebrated for its commitment to artisanal winemaking and dedication to quality.
Planta Circa, their flagship label, epitomizes their commitment to quality and tradition. Made from Ancestor vines (vines equal or over 125 years of age) are the inspiration for our Planta Circa label – the name literally means “planted around the region of” as we are not able to offer the exact date of the plantings.
