deep River Shiraz

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Growing Season

Fruit for this wine was selected from Troopers vineyard. The vines are ten years old and are trained on a single wire V.S.P. The vines are stressed during the growing season to reduce berry size using R.D.I. The vintage was characterised by even and early ripening and the harvest took place on March 30.

Winemaking

The style of this wine is medium bodied to allow for early consumption. The emphasis is on producing a wine with full fruit flavours and low tannins. The CSM yeast was used and the wine fermented at 20 - 25 degrees centigrade. Fermentation took place in static fermenters with pump overs three times per day. The wine is then racked off and blended with an oak portion from 2 and 3 year old American oak barrels to add structure and balance.

Tasting Notes

The Deep River Shiraz is ruby red in colour with aromas of blackberry and plum. This quintessential Australian blend showcases wild berry and earthy flavours with cedary oak complexity. It is an ideal match with BBQ meats, pasta and pizza. Enjoy this wine now or over the next 5 years.

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