Zalze Shiraz Mourvédre Viognier 2019

A wine typical of the vintage. It shows good density and structure with a darker than usual profile. Lots of wild berries on both the bouquet and palate are well supported by just a hint of spice and some Provençal herbs. A firm yet supple tannin profile mean that this wine is wonderful to drink now, but has good ageing potential over the next 5 years.

As always, a very careful ‘green harvest’ was carried out just after veraison to ensure even ripening and a good concentration of flavours.

The grapes from the different varietals and blocks were harvested separately between 23 – 25° Balling at optimum ripeness. The Shiraz and Mourvédre were tank fermented with a combination of “delestage” and “remontage”. These wines underwent malolactic fermentation in tank before being racked to 300l French oak barrel for maturation. Only 2nd and 3rd fill barrels were used. The Viognier was fermented in stainless steel tanks. After 12 months of maturation the components were blended and bottled.