COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Shiraz
PRODUCER
Dandelion Vineyards
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Dandelion Vineyards Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz 2021 is a 100% Shiraz from the Barossa Valley, South Australia. The wine is produced from ancient vines, some exceeding a century in age, which contribute to its concentrated character. The 'Lionheart' designation pays tribute to Carl Lindner, a significant figure in advocating for old vine preservation and a co-founder of Dandelion Vineyards. Winemaker Elena Brooks is committed to sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking. The vineyard is located on Seppeltsfield Road in Tanunda, with vines planted at an elevation of 221 meters. The 2021 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions, leading to optimal ripening and balanced acidity.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Lionheart' to honor a champion of old vines.
Fact 02
Vine age ranges from 35 to 108 years.
Fact 03
Uses dandelions in vineyards to suppress weeds and improve soil health.
Fact 04
Awarded a Trophy for Champion Shiraz at the NZ Int'l Wine Show 2022.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Dandelion Vineyards Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz 2021 is made from 100% Shiraz grapes. The wine undergoes natural fermentation in open fermenters for eight days, with hand-plunging conducted twice daily. Following fermentation, the wine is gently crushed and then aged for 18 months in a mix of new and older French oak barriques. Sustainable farming practices are utilized in the vineyard, including the encouragement of dandelions for soil health and weed suppression. The grapes are harvested from ancient vines, some over a century old, located in the Barossa Valley. The 2021 vintage was characterized by a wet winter and mild summer, contributing to ideal ripening conditions.
