Old North Vineyard The Obsessive Shiraz is a red produced by Scarborough in Hunter Valley, Hunter Valley, Australia. Made from Syrah. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Hunter Valley
Region: Hunter Valley
Country: Australia
Grapes: Syrah
Tasting profile
Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
The Obsessive is Scarborough's top range, named for Ian Scarborough's attention to detail. This Shiraz comes from the Old North Vineyard in the Hunter Valley. It is a silky, medium-weight Hunter Shiraz with red cherry and plum, star anise and a meaty, earthy savour, framed by fine tannins and French oak. It is made to age and develops the region's classic earthy character over ten to fifteen years.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Hunter Valley, Australia
Hunter Valley lies in New South Wales, north of Sydney, and is the oldest continuously producing wine region in Australia.
Syrah
Syrah is a red grape from the Northern Rhône in France, responsible for some of the world's most dramatic, savoury reds.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Old North Vineyard The Obsessive Shiraz from?
Old North Vineyard The Obsessive Shiraz is produced by Scarborough in Hunter Valley, Hunter Valley, Australia.
What grapes are in Old North Vineyard The Obsessive Shiraz?
Old North Vineyard The Obsessive Shiraz is made from Syrah.