Shiraz, The Rascal 2005

Brief Tasting Notes

Shiraz grapes flourish in McLaren Vale; they are almost weeds. The
variety grows well, always ripens, and with correct vineyard management, produces wines of depth, flavour and structure. This is almost a good enough reason for calling this wine “The Rascal”.

A rich Satsuma plum coloured wine with a heady cassis, black pepper and anise aroma. The tannins are velvety, integrated and balanced with the fruit. You’ll love the “mouth feel” of the wine, its berry flavours, the hint of pepper and spice, and the lingering flavour.

It’s a great wine to accompany any full flavoured fare. You could cellar it for years if you like, but this is one “rascal” that can’t wait to be liberated from the bottle. Go for it!

Specific Details

Composition: 100% Shiraz

Year: 2005

Vineyard: Original church block and Black sheep block

Region: Mclaren Vale

Harvest Date: March 15th, 2005

Bottling Date: June 15th, 2006

Alcohol Content: 14.3%

Ageing potential: 6-8 years

TA: 6.7g/l

pH: 3.45

Residual Sugar: 0.7g/l

Production: 2250 cases

   
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