Sparkling Shiraz Durif 2024
TASTING NOTE
Vibrant red and purple hues framed by soft persistent bubbles. Youthful and fresh with an inviting mixed berry and chocolate aromas, and flavours with a creamy mouthfeel and plush finish. The wine has a balanced residual sweetness with supporting tannin that adds complexity and length.
| Vintage | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Region | Rutherglen |
| Brand | Rutherglen Estate |
| Food Match | REGION Victoria, RutherglenWINEMAKER Marc ScalzoVINEYARDOur Shiraz is grown on the De Bortoli Burgoyne and Shelley’s vineyards on the eastern edge of the Rutherglen region. The Durif component is sourced from selected blocks on the Shelley’s vineyard. Both sites have an interesting gravel, clay and alluvial soil mix, resulting in a positive diversity of fruit flavour profiles. SEASONAfter a cooler and slightly wetter than average Winter, Rutherglen had good growing conditions through Spring. The Summer was warm and dry with above average temperatures but without any days of extreme heat. This allowed the grapes to develop full flavours and some fantastic depth of colour. WINE STYLESparkling Red WINEMAKINGParcels of 2024 Shiraz and Durif were selected for their suitable flavour profiles and tannin structure. Richness of fruit with great balance, freshness, and softness of tannins were most desired. The Shiraz brings the fresh fruit profile whilst the Durif adds the weight, plushness and chocolate characters. The mousse and bead are added to complement the mouthfeel and texture of the wine. The sweetness was adjusted to balance the palate and the consistency of the wine, delivering an enjoyable versatile sparkling. WINE ANALYSISAlc/Vol: 14.5%, pH: 3.5, TA: 7.33 g/L, RS: 25 g/L CELLARINGWill drink well over the next 5 to 8 years FOOD RECOMMENDATIONDarker berries and chocolate. |
