Strathbogie, VIC

Shiraz

12.7%

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The vines in this vineyard are unirrigated and grown without the use of any chemicals. The wines are bottled unfined, unfiltered and without the use of pumps.

Wine Profile

Region: Strathbogie Ranges
Vineyard: Home
Vintage: 2015
Variety: 98% Shiraz, 2% Viognier
Production: 98 Cases
Harvested: 2/3/15, 14/3/15 and 12/4/15
pH: 3.42
T/A: 6.0
Alcohol: 12.7%
Fermentation: The three picks were fermented and matured separately. The first pick included 15% whole bunch and was fermented for 14 days between 20 and 27 degrees to achieve great colour without harsh extraction. The second pick was 100% destemed, co fermented with 4% Viognier for 8 days between 22 and 32 degrees to achieve great colour extraction and give lift and perfume. The third pick was fermented 100% whole bunch for 13 days below 20 degrees to get great structure without harsh extraction. Concurrent malolactic fermentation was conducted prior to barrel maturation.
Maturation: 16 months in oak 40% new French oak Radoux puncheon (400L) to provide structure and oak nuances without overwhelming the fruit and 60% oak greater than three years old to retain the varietal character.

Home Vineyard Profile

Size of Block: 0.81 Ha
Row Orientation: North / South
Trellis System: Single Wire
Pruning: Unpruned
Average Vine Age: 15 years
Yield: 1.87 T/Ha
Climate: Continental climate, warm days followed by very cool nights.
MJT: 20.7
Growing Season Rainfall: 320mm-380mm
Soil: Loam over sand
Altitude: 200 Meters

Tasting Note

Colour: Bright, medium plus intensity, crimson.
Aroma: Very complex with medium plus intensity, blue fruits, sour plums, raspberry, violets, all spice, hints of pepper, an underlying French oak spicy note and a touch of sappyness from the whole bunch ferment.
Palate: Medium body, high acid, fine powdery tannins, medium plus intensity with good structure and balance. The flavour profile includes red fruits, cinnamon and nutmeg, hints of black pepper, cardamom, and a touch of vanilla. The finish is long and persistent.

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