'First Cut' Shiraz

2021 | McLaren Vale | Shiraz

The principle behind our first cut wines revolves around the winemaking term ‘first cut’ in which during the pressing cycle the softer free run juice/wine is separated from the second cut or pressings. This principle flows through to the style of First Cut wines, producing wines with great drinkability well suited to be enjoyed with food or as a drink with friends.

Aroma

Rich aromas of black cherry and ripe mullberry with lifted black fruits, hints of sweet herbs and oak derived vanillin spice.

Palate

The classic Shiraz palate is medium to full bodied with blackberry, blood plum flavours, hints of wild herb and sweet spice. A perfectly balanced wine with generous fruit and powdery tannins.

Vineyards:

Selected from multiple sites in the McLaren Vale region, with each displaying a unique site character which integrate well to form the final blend. Willunga area offers fruit displaying dark berry characters and hints of fennel with chewy tannins, while fruit from McLaren Flat displays floral notes and finer tannins.

Winemaking:

De-stemmed to a combination of open and static fermenters and fermented on skins for 10 days with pump overs 3 times daily. Pressed directly to oak to finish secondary fermentation. Matured for 16 months in 20% new and 80% seasoned French oak.

Vintage: 2021
Region: McLaren Vale
Variety: Shiraz
Cellaring: Drink Now to 2030
Harvest Dates: 27th February – 30th March

Alcohol: 15%
pH: 3.54
TA: 6.6

Vegan Friendly