COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Shiraz, Zibibbo
PRODUCER
Thistledown Wines
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Thistledown Gorgeous Shiraz 2021 is a red wine from South Australia, specifically the Riverland region. It is primarily made from Shiraz grapes, with a small proportion of Zibibbo co-fermented. The wine is named 'Gorgeous' to reflect its appealing and enjoyable nature, representing an unconventional approach to Shiraz. Thistledown Wines, founded by Masters of Wine Giles Cooke and Fergal Tynan, focuses on crafting detailed wines from special vineyard sites. The 2021 vintage benefited from a mild and measured growing season in South Australia, characterized by adequate rainfall and a long ripening period, contributing to the wine's balance and fragrance.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Co-fermented with Zibibbo for added perfume.
Fact 02
Made from very old vines in the Riverland.
Fact 03
Named 'Gorgeous' to highlight its delightful character.
Fact 04
A 'left-field take on Shiraz' by Thistledown.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Thistledown Gorgeous Shiraz 2021 is produced using co-fermentation, where Shiraz grapes are fermented alongside a small proportion of Zibibbo (Muscat) using wild yeasts. This technique is employed to integrate the aromatic qualities of the Zibibbo into the red wine. Following fermentation, the wine is given a short aging period in old French oak barrels. This is followed by bottling at a young age to preserve its aromas and texture. The grapes are sourced from very old vines in the Riverland region of South Australia. Thistledown Wines is a certified member of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia.
