COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Durif, Cabernet Franc, Shiraz
PRODUCER
Vinous Australis
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Mira 2023 is a red wine from South Australia, produced by Vinous Australis. The wine is a blend primarily featuring Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with smaller contributions from Durif, Cabernet Franc, and Shiraz. Vinous Australis was established in 2005 to support smaller Australian vineyards in accessing international markets, with winemaker Peter Flewellyn, a fourth-generation wine professional, overseeing production. The grapes are sourced from various South Australian regions, including Barossa, Clare Valley, Limestone Coast, and Coonawarra, reflecting the diverse viticultural landscape of the area. The 2023 vintage is characterized by favorable weather conditions that promoted intense flavor development and structure in the grapes.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A multi-varietal blend featuring Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Durif, Cabernet Franc, and Shiraz.
Fact 02
Grapes are sourced from diverse South Australian regions like Barossa and Coonawarra.
Fact 03
Winemaker Peter Flewellyn is fourth-generation in the wine industry.
Fact 04
Vinous Australis focuses on bringing smaller vineyards to the international market.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Mira 2023 is a red wine produced by Vinous Australis, a company focused on supporting smaller Australian vineyards. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Durif, Cabernet Franc, and Shiraz, sourced from various regions within South Australia, including Barossa, Clare Valley, Limestone Coast, and Coonawarra. The 2023 vintage was characterized by favorable weather conditions that contributed to the grapes' intense flavor and structure. The producer's philosophy centers on developing wines of ambition and quality, moving towards a more refined style. Winemaker Peter Flewellyn oversees production, working closely with growers across the region.
