Burgoyne's Block (Mourvedre, Grenache, Shiraz) 2022

VARIETY    Mourvédre, Grenache, Shiraz

REGION    Australia, Rutherglen

WINEMAKER    Marc Scalzo

VINEYARD

The Mourvedre and Grenache fruit is grown on the De Bortoli Shelley’s Vineyard on the eastern edge of the Rutherglen region. The Shiraz comes from our Burgoyne’s Block on a west facing slope which helps to concentrate the Shiraz varietal flavours. Both sites have an interesting gravel, clay and alluvial soil mix with different aspects, which helps generate a distinct flavour profile.

SEASON

2022 was a slightly cooler than average year but without any extreme heat. With higher than average rainfall the vines grew well in Rutherglen. Due to regular rainfall events and a mild summer it was a stressful but ultimately rewarding year in Rutherglen for our white wines and more savoury reds.

TASTING NOTE

Vibrant and fresh, with alluring aromas of cherry and red berry fruits. The wine is full flavoured, medium bodied, and well balanced. Hints of French oak provide spice and length to the smooth finish.

WINEMAKING

Each variety was made separately before combining to achieve this seamless blend. The Grenache and Mourvèdre fruit were fermented in small fermenters with a gentle pump over regime to keep a bright and vibrant fruit profile. The Shiraz portion was selected from a soft generous Shiraz parcel to help balance the fruit driven Grenache and structured Mourvèdre. The Shiraz wine was aged in older French oak to give tightness and roundness on the palate whilst helping to soften the tannins, finishing with an expressive approachable wine.

WINE ANALYSIS

Alc/Vol: 14.4% pH: 3.60 TA: 5.47 g/L

CELLARING

2 to 5 years.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Vegan, Vegetarian