COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz
PRODUCER
Grounded Cru
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Grounded Cru McLaren Vale Cabernet Shiraz 2023 is a red wine from South Australia, a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Shiraz. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are sourced from vines over 70 years old in Grounded Cru's own vineyards, while the Shiraz comes from partner vineyards in McLaren Vale, also featuring old vines. Grounded Cru, founded by winemakers Geoff Thompson and Matt Jackson, focuses on producing high-quality, small-batch wines that express the character of premium South Australian regions. The winery has been recognized as a 5-Star Winery in the Halliday Wine Companion since 2020. The name 'Grounded Cru' reflects the winemakers' values of connection to the land and quality vineyard sites.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes come from vines over 70 years old.
Fact 02
Grounded Cru is a 5-Star Winery in Halliday Wine Companion.
Fact 03
The wine is vegan-friendly.
Fact 04
Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Grounded Cru McLaren Vale Cabernet Shiraz 2023 is produced from grapes harvested at optimal ripeness. Following harvest, the grapes underwent fermentation with their skins for eight days. After fermentation, the wine was pressed and transferred to 300-liter French oak barrels for an aging period of 18 months, with 15% of the barrels being new. The blend consists of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Shiraz, with the Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from vines over 70 years old and the Shiraz from old vines in partner vineyards.
