Sparkling Shiraz NV
DESCRIPTION
Tasting Notes
Deep burgundy with a ruby hue. Lifted primary fruits of blood plum, blackberry, maraschino cherry, hints of liquorice and the added complexity of mixed spice and Christmas cake.
Sparkling Shiraz NV Tasting NoteWine Making
The base blend for this wine was aged in a combination of one and three year old French oak for twenty four months. We employed the ‘Methode Traditionelle’ process for secondary fermentation, followed by a further 9 months on yeast lees prior to disgorging. For the liqueur d’expédition we have added a very small amount of our Vintage Port to impart richness and complexity to the wine. Please take care opening the cork and wire muselet, pointing away from body.
Cellaring
The extra time spent aging in tirage ensures this wine is ready to drink upon release. This wine is destined to be enjoyed chilled alongside all game birds including turkey, duck or char grilled quail and squab.
Technical
| The Grapes | : A blend of 99% Shiraz with 1% Viognier from our ‘Bobbie Burns’ and ‘Silverburn’ vineyards as the base wine with the dosage liquer comprising Shiraz and Fortified Shiraz |
| Date Tasted | : October 2023 |
| Alcohol | : 14.5% |
| T.A (g/l) | : 5.6g/l |
| pH | : 3.43pH |
Palate:
The palate is smooth, rich and complex with mulberry fruit and earthy savoury length, the addition of a little Vintage Port at dosage adds hints of liquorice and mocha. Subtle well integrated oak provides fine tannins and a long, dry, savoury finish. Sparkling Shiraz NV Tasting Note| The Grapes | : A blend of 99% Shiraz with 1% Viognier from our ‘Bobbie Burns’ and ‘Silverburn’ vineyards as the base wine with the dosage liquer comprising Shiraz and Fortified Shiraz |
| Date Tasted | : October 2023 |
| Alcohol | : 14.5% |
| T.A (g/l) | : 5.6g/l |
| pH | : 3.43pH |
