Hunter/Barossa Valleys, S Australia 8.99

95% Shiraz with 5% Mourvèdre. The Shiraz was sourced from the iconic Hunter Valley and grown on old vines planted in volcanic red clay.
Mourvèdre sourced from the historic old vines of Barossa. Shiraz was harvested mid-Feb, Mourvèdre harvested late-March. Fermented with
temperature control at 20 - 28°C in 100% stainless steel tanks for 10 days. Extensive pumpover and rack-and-return regime employed before
being pressed and transferred to barrel to undergo 100% malo. The individual parcels were then blended to taste and prepared for bottling
in Nov 2010. Winemakers Andrew Margan and Hamish MacGowan. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Alc 13.7%, TA 6.70g/l, pH 3.48,
RS 0.4g/l. Special Offer: Save 25%, £8.99 - £6.74 from 20/07 to 16/08. Available from Waitrose Wine Direct and 159 branches.

On the label it says “S&M” which I’m not sure is what they mean. Baked, savoury nose. Lovely juicy taste. Fruity and with some warmth from the alcohol, but it’s a very nice flavour.

24/05/11

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