The Shiraz
2005
Taste & Tone
Flavorful balance ensuring fruit flavors are prominent, complimented by subtle chocolate and pepper nuances. Full bodied with a long smooth finish.
Origin
100% South Australian, from the preeminent regions of Barossa, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley and Langhorne Creek. Estate grown grapes from Premium vines.
Composition
Made utilizing traditional fermentation methods, with 9-13 months in a mix of new & aged French & Amercian oak. Blended from finished wines for a unique structure and complexity.
Accessibility
Ready for immediate enjoyment but structured for full maturation in 3-10 years from vintage.
Service
Extraordinary taste exploration on its own. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature. Enhances experiences of flavorful dishes.
Distribution
Jazz Wines are destined for top spots for wine and jazz from a company that, in the spirit of jazz, is 100% independent, small yet meaningful. Trade and consumer inquiries are welcome. Currently sold:
NEW YORK CITY and surrounding area: Crush Wine Co. at 153 East 57 at 39’th, New York 10022 Tel.212.980.WINE
ALSO IN MONTREAL AND IN TORONTO at fine restaurants and LCBO Vintages stores in early 2008.
Winemakers
- Corrina Rayment - Notes:
- Varietal
Shiraz - Vintage
A well balanced season in South Australia, with more rainfall during the early growing season than usual and a dry harvest period. Low to average crops of the desired small berried bunches were achieved. The 2005 vintage is one to watch. - Fruit
The majority of the fruit was sourced from the Barossa Valley, with a large component from McLaren Vale, and small components from Clare Valley & Langhorne Creek family vineyards. The tight, small-berried bunches were at optimum maturity when picked resulting in very good quality levels. - Vinification
Traditional techniques were employed ensuring that the fruit was minimally handled. Fermentation took place during a 7-10 day maceration. Pumping-over and plunging of the skins was employed to enhance the concentration and flavor. Furthermore, pressings were added back to free run upon draining while oak contact involved 9-12 months aging in a mix of new and used, French and American oak barrels. - Style
The wine was made to exhibit a rich and savory style, highlighting the sweet berried flavors of the Shiraz grape while the nose is sweet and spicy. There is additional complexity and length of full-bodied flavors coming from the fruit and oak tannins, that intergrate with the high quality oak aromas. - Winemakers Register here to edit this page. Once a Member you may contact the staff to be vetted and given access to the authoring tools.
