Greg Norman Estates Shiraz/Cabernet 2002

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Winery:

Greg Norman Estates

Varietals:

Syrah , Cabernet Sauvignon

Region:

Australia > South Australia > Limestone Coast > Coonawarra

Type:

Red Wine

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Drink Dates:

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User Tags:  fruit, stone fruits, berry, smooth, plum, resinous, classic, spices, pepper, spicy 

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What to Expect

Australia has certainly made Syrah its own, even bestowing it with a new name: Shiraz. In the warm, dry climate of Australia this noble grape, responsible for some of the grandest wines of France, produces an intense, unique expression that is distinctly Australian. The ripe grapes take on classic notes of black pepper and leather that add depth and complexity to the black cherry and plum fruits on the palate. Australian Shiraz has typically been aged in American Oak barrels which impart the wine with a distinct note of vanilla that can add to the impression of ripeness many of these wines have, but the time in barrel also allows the wines a chance to settle and reveal their rich, voluptuously styled mouthfeel.

Winemakers Notes

Tasting Notes

This blend has become an Australian classic. The Shiraz (75%) contributes spice, ripe plum and blackberry aromas and flavors, while the Cabernet Sauvignon (25%) fruit gives rich mulberry and fine velvety tannins. Attractive cedar and vanilla characters are derived from oak maturation, and contributes complexity and a great length of flavor.

Vinification

The individual parcels of fruit were harvested and then fermented separately in small rotary fermenters for 6-7 days. The wine was pressed off the skins and racked into new and seasoned read more...American and French oak barrels for 18 months prior to bottling.

Winemaker

Andrew Hales

Cellaring

Excellent drinking now but will reward careful cellaring for 3 to 5 years.

Technical Details

Alcohol: 14%
pH: 3.45
Acidity: 6.2g/L
Residual Sugar: 2.6g/L    (hide)

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