Inglewood Shiraz 2010

The Vineyards

The grapes for this blend were sourced from vineyards from the Stellenbosch and Darling region. The vineyard soils range from decomposed granite to sandstone.

The Grape Variety

100% Shiraz

Winemaking

Harvest commenced middle February and finished during March according to the different regions.

Fermentation initiated in stainless steel tanks and underwent a series of pump overs until dry. Further maceration allowed beofre drawing off and light pressing.

The wine spent 15 months in used oak barrels.

Bottled October 2011.

 Alcohol: 14.0%
Residual Sugar: 4.3 g/l
Total Acid: 5.7 g/l
pH: 3.5

Tasting notes

Red, purple colour. Pure blackberry fruit with underlying white pepper and liquorice aromas and hints of violets. Elegant but concentrated palate with fruit, underlying cedar spice and finely balanced tannin characters.