Australia, Heathcote
Shiraz
Description
Deep red with purple edge. Plump, dark fruits, fennel and olive spice, dark chocolate. Soft, rich, plump, balanced tannin, cured meats, wild spice, authentically Heathcote
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry
{0} g/l acidity
Vinification
Destemmed and fermented at 25-30°C over 6-8 days. Pressed and maturated in vats and casks for 8 months. Racked and aerated regularly to soften the wine. Vineyards carefully selected for a balance of fruit weight and ripeness
Vineyard
Vineyards from several sections of Heathcote were selected from Corop, Chinamans Bend and Colbinabbin. The ancient red Cambrian soils of Northern Heathcote are ideal for dark fruited, plump red Shiraz
