The Wines
2022 Hickinbotham The Peake

Named after the late Mr. Edward John Peake who established the first vineyard and orchard at Clarendon circa 1850. Blending Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz is a famous part of Australian winemaking history and whilst the individual components of this wine are mighty, the sum of The Peake’s parts is magnificent. The Cabernet shines aromatically with notes of blackberry pie and dark chocolate, while the Shiraz fills the mid-palate with black plum and toasty oak. Fine tannins and balanced acidity contribute to an incredibly long finish. 2022 The Peake Cabernet Shiraz expresses blackberry, roasted espresso, vanilla, and clove with great mid-body, length, and energy.
Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion, August 2024