COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Durif
PRODUCER
Quarisa Wines
REGION
South Eastern Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Quarisa Wines Caravan Durif 2021 is a full-bodied red wine from South Eastern Australia, showcasing the Durif grape. Founded by John and Josephine Quarisa, Quarisa Wines operates under the philosophy of 'passion is everything,' with John Quarisa being an award-winning winemaker. The South Eastern Australia region provides favorable conditions for Durif to ripen fully, contributing to the wine's character. The 2021 vintage benefited from ideal growing conditions, leading to high sugar content and concentrated flavors in the grapes. The 'Caravan' name suggests a journey of exploration. The Durif grape itself has a unique origin, stemming from a cross-pollination discovered by French botanist François Durif.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Durif is also known as Petite Sirah, a grape variety born from a cross between Peloursin and Syrah.
Fact 02
The 'Caravan' name evokes a sense of journey and discovery.
Fact 03
This wine has garnered multiple Double Gold and Gold medals from international competitions in 2023.
Fact 04
Quarisa Wines is committed to producing value-driven wines with personality.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Caravan Durif 2021 involves soft pressing of the grapes, followed by fermentation in steel tanks under strict temperature control. Various fermentation vessels are utilized to enhance color and aroma extraction. A portion of the wine undergoes fermentation in oak barrels. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in oak barrels, with some maturation occurring in American and French oak for around ten months. Grapes are harvested at peak ripeness to ensure optimal sugar and flavor development.
