Glaetzer Wallace Shiraz Grenache

Name: Glaetzer Wallace Shiraz Grenache
Brand: Glaetzer
SKU: CELGLWALL17
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About this Wine

‘Wallace’ (Ben’s grandmother’s middle name) takes on the traditional Barossa Valley blend of Shiraz and Grenache, but with a modern twist. 84% Shiraz from 50 to 80-year-old vines and 16% Grenache from 50 to 100-year-old vines with a yield of 3.5 tonnes per hectare. The old vine Barossa Grenache has a liveliness and structure that does not benefit from oak maturation, so it was kept to a minimum to preserve the purity and animation of the fruit. The Shiraz was matured for 16 months in 2 to 3-year-old hogshead barrels (80% French, 20% American).

The Shiraz brings intensity, depth and body to the wine, and the Grenache adds a softness and vibrant juiciness. There is an enticing nose of dark plum, raspberry and Provencal lavender, with hints of anise and pepper grinder. Deep black fruits dominate the palate, rounded with black pepper and firm, savoury tannins. There is a brightness in the finish. This wine can be cellared for up to 8 to 10 years.

Type	Red Wine
Varietal(s)	Shiraz
Country	Australia
Region	Barossa Valley
Brand	Glaetzer

Barossa Valley Wine

The Barossa Valley wine region has historically and currently still is one of Australia's most prestigious premium wine producing regions. Located just 60km north east of Adelaide city centre, the climate there is very hot and dry which is perfect for the big bold reds the area is famous for.

A straight Shiraz is what Barossa is most well known for, however Rhone blends, such as Shiraz Cabernet are also very popular. While much less prevalent, white wines (Chardonnay, Riesling, Semillon) are planted on the higher altitude hillsides where the ocean breeze cools temperatures down to a level suitable for producing these varieties as well.

Some of Australia's earliest Shiraz plantings can be found here dating as far back as the 1850's. While not always a guarantee of quality, it might be worth seeking out and trying one of the region's "old vine shiraz" if you haven't yet.

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