COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Durif
PRODUCER
Quarisa Wines
REGION
South Eastern Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Great Bonza Reserve Shiraz Cabernet 2021 is a red wine from Quarisa Wines, produced in South Eastern Australia. The name 'Bonza' reflects an Australian slang term for something excellent, embodying a relaxed yet superb quality. The wine is a blend primarily of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, with some vintages including Durif. Quarisa Wines is a family-owned business founded by John and Josephine Quarisa, with John bringing extensive winemaking experience and accolades to the winery. Their approach emphasizes passion, sincerity, and value. The 2021 vintage benefited from a favorable growing season in South Australia, characterized by warmer-than-average temperatures and a lack of extreme weather events. Fruit for the wine is sourced from specific regions within South Eastern Australia, including Limestone Coast (Shiraz), Padthaway (Cabernet Sauvignon), and Riverina (Durif).
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
'Bonza' is Australian slang for excellent or first-rate.
Fact 02
The blend includes Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Durif (Petite Sirah).
Fact 03
The 2021 vintage received a Double Gold Medal at the China Wine & Spirit Awards.
Fact 04
Quarisa Wines is a family-owned business.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Great Bonza Reserve Shiraz Cabernet 2021 is produced by fermenting each grape variety separately. The fruit is crushed and destemmed before fermentation, with temperatures controlled to optimize color and tannin extraction. Following fermentation, the wines are pressed off their skins. A portion of the wine undergoes further aging in oak, specifically 15% in American oak for six months, with a mix of barrel ages. The remaining wine is aged in stainless steel tanks, some with oak staves. This process aims to create a balanced and approachable wine.
