This Sparkling Shiraz Red Wine is made from shiraz grapes sourced from our vineyards on Australia’s lauded Limestone Coast and has the aroma of plums and Christmas spice. When it comes to the palate, this wine brings cherries and spice and is juicy with a hint of oak complexity.
Half of this wine comes from older vintages which have been fermented in an open top fermenter then aged in oak barrels for at least 2 years. The other half comes from the current vintage which has been fermented in stainless. With all vintages chosen being exceptional vintages, the result is strong varietal characters making them perfect for a NV blend.
You’ll love the gorgeous purple foam which makes it so pretty in the glass and this wine should be served chilled – we recommend serving at 10-12 degrees. A real crowd pleaser, this refreshing and not too heavy shiraz is part of a limited quantity of sparkling wines produced here in Wrattonbully South Australia so get in quick and buy yours online now while stocks last.
$35.00
Colour: Bright crimson-purple.
Aroma: Plums and Christmas spice
Palate: Cherries and spice, juicy with a hint of oak complexity
Vintage: Combination 2019 and 2021
Grape Variety: Shiraz
Wine Analysis: Alc/Vol 13.7%, Acidity 5.7 g/L, pH 3.51, RS <0.95 g/150mL glass
Serving Temperature: 10-12 °C
Vinification: Half of this wine came from 2019 vintage which was fermented in an open top fermenter then aged in oak barrels for 2 years. The other half came from the 2021 vintage which was fermented in stainless. A relatively small dosage.
Vintage Conditions: 2019 and 2021 were both exceptional vintages resulting in strong varietal characters, perfect vintages for a NV blend.
Vine Clone: BVRC 30
96 Winestate Magazine- “A brightness of plums, cherries and sweet spices lift off the nose. The palate is fresh and fairly sweet with some tannic grip and nice long lingering feeling.”
94 Wine Orbit-“This is instantly appealing on the nose, showing dark berry richness, potpourri, warm spice and vanilla characters. Its equally satisfying in the mouth, displaying excellent weight and succulent fruit intensity, wonderfully complemented by fleshy texture with a sustained, velvety finish.”- Sam Kim January 2024
93 Australian Wine Showcase
92 Wine Orbit – “Upfront and fabulously expressed, the bouquet shows mixed berry compote, cocoa, warm spice and hazelnut aromas, leading to a succulent palate offering plump mouthfeel and subtle sweetness. Generously textured and lingering with delectable flavours.” – Sam Kim May 2021
92 The Real Review – “Deep ruby red with a hint of bead showing. Ripe mulberry and dark chocolate aromatics. A big and bold sparkling shiraz with ample ripe fruit weight that is lifted by some sweet oak spices and a fine mousse. Good length and it offers a silky finish that is neither too dry nor too sweet.” – Stuart Knox
90 Wine Pilot – “Foaming purple in colour, these might be a niche style but they really deserve a wider audience. Liquorice, chocolate, violets, aniseed, all contribute to a charming plushness. The wine is medium length and there is some sweetness, which is in line with the style, but well balanced with the acidity. The palate moves more to plum pudding and cassis notes. Lots to love here. Drink now – why wait?” – Ken Gargett October 2022
