An Australian style Shiraz from Saltram in the Barossa Valley, South Australia. The release of "The Journal" is a tribute to Salter's attention to detail and his quest to make the best Shiraz under the Saltram name. "Deep purple-red hue; has great equilibrium and harmony, partly reflecting its blend of Barossa/Eden Valley grapes and its 20 months in French oak, partly due to moderate alcohol, and a clear decision in the winery not to over-elaborate a wine of considerable beauty; 50 years under screwcap, half that under cork." - James Halliday